Susan Dwight
Summary
Accomplished NICU Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Cross Country Healthcare and St. David's North Austin Medical Center, specializing in complex case management and promoting family-centered care. Demonstrated success in improving patient outcomes and mentoring new staff, showcasing exceptional clinical skills and empathy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature and term infants requiring respiratory support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Assisted providers with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patient conditions promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary and improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level IV NICU setting.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature and term infants requiring respiratory support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU setting.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive learning environment that contributed to improved team performance.
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature and term infants requiring respiratory support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patient conditions promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted providers with neonatal procedures such as intubation, umbilical line insertion, and lumbar puncture.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams.
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature and term infants requiring respiratory support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in multiple NICU settings: Level IV and Level III units across three facilities in the Minneapolis area.
- Advocated for patients and families, ensuring their needs were met and concerns were addressed in a timely manner.
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided skilled nursing care for premature and term infants requiring respiratory management, IV therapy and complicated feedings in a level III setting.
- Communicated effectively with physicians regarding changes in patient status or concerns about treatment plans, advocating for the best possible outcomes for each infant under my care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives by identifying areas of opportunity and implementing targeted improvements to patient care delivery processes.
- Reduced incidence of infections by maintaining strict adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with case managers and social workers, ensuring smooth transitions home for both infants and their families.
Advanced Student Experience (ASE) Internship
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Gained valuable experience working within the NICU setting, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience in the care of critically ill premature and term infants, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Developed organizational and time management skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Hired by St. David's NAMC NICU for the 2019 summer cohort of new graduate nurses during the course of this internship based on my performance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Hope College
Holland, MIBachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University At Austin
Austin, TX05.2019
Skills
- Family-centered care
- Developmental care
- Cardiopulmonary Monitoring
- Central Line Care
- Ostomy Care
- Pre and post surgical care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator and Respiratory management
- Pain Management
- Procedure Support
- Blood and blood product Administration
- Total parenteral and enteral feedings
Certification
- Texas RN (Compact) License
- Illinois RN License
- Minnesota RN License
- NRP
- S.T.A.B.L.E
- BLS
- PALS
Timeline
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
09.2023 - Current
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
04.2023 - 07.2023
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2023 - 04.2023
NICU Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
01.2022 - 12.2023
NICU Staff Registered Nurse
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
07.2019 - 12.2021
Advanced Student Experience (ASE) Internship
St. David's North Austin Medical Center
01.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Hope College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Concordia University At Austin
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