Summer Garnett
New Orleans,LA
Summary
To seek and maintain part time/ PRN position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Postpartum Nurse
LCMC Health: Touro Infirmary
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate and attentive postpartum care to new mothers.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency in daily tasks and patient management.
- Educated patients on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum self-care practices.
- Reduced patient anxiety by fostering a supportive and nurturing environment during their stay.
- Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Assisted physicians during postpartum procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Implemented individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs and medical history.
- Promoted effective communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals involved in their care.
Patient Care Technician
LCMC Health: Touro Infirmary
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
Patient Sitter
LCMC Health: Children's Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Evaluated patient behavior and condition and reported new or unusual issues to doctors and family members.
- Developed rapport and maintained patients environment to keep it safe, clean, and familiar.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed rapport to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
- Assisted disabled clients to support their independence and well-being.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA05.2023
Skills
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Cultural Awareness
- Taking Vital Signs
- Patient Safety
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Equipment Disinfection
- Infection Control Standards
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Postpartum Nurse
LCMC Health: Touro Infirmary
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
LCMC Health: Touro Infirmary
02.2022 - 01.2023
Patient Sitter
LCMC Health: Children's Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Delgado Community College
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