Healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
17000 Medical Center Drive
06.2024 - Current
Managed labor and delivery processes to ensure safe childbirth experiences for mothers and newborns.
Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
Conducted regular assessments of maternal health to identify risks and implement timely interventions.
Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
Educated patients and families on prenatal, labor, and postpartum procedures and expectations.
Monitored fetal heart rates using advanced telemetry systems to assess patient wellbeing during labor.
Trained new nursing staff on best practices in labor and delivery protocols and emergency response procedures.
Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress in electronic health records for accurate assessments.
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
07.2014 - Current
Provide home and school healthcare for medically fragile pediatric patients.
Administered pediatric medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Follow orders according to pediatricians individualized plan of care.
Complete head to toe assessments and monitor for changes in condition.
Enteral nutrition and medication administration via gastrostomy tube.
Trilogy ventilator and tracheostomy site care, suctioning, and maintenance.
Preparation for in-home emergencies and resuscitation.
Maintain skin integrity by turning all bed-bound clients per agency protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
PediaTrust, LLC
Denham Springs, Louisiana
05.2021 - 12.2021
Deliver exemplary nursing care for 6 medically fragile pediatric patients in a daycare setting.
Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by pediatricians, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Monitored vital signs and reported any changes in patients' conditions to medical staff promptly.
Educated families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment plans and preventive care.
Trained and mentored new nursing staff, enhancing team performance and service delivery.
Advocated for children's health needs, contributing to policy discussions on pediatric care improvements.
Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for patients and staff alike.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Care Center
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
10.2016 - 03.2020
Provide exceptional nursing care for geriatric residents living in a 100-bed skilled nursing facility.
Performed thorough physical assessments, accurately identifying changes in patient condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Provided skilled nursing care to patients with challenging behavioral symptoms related to cognitive decline, utilizing non-pharmacological interventions and collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for effective management.
Managed the timely administration of medications, vaccinations, and other prescribed treatments to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures and treatment interventions specific to the needs of geriatric patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
New Orleans, LA
04-2024
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Capital Area Technical College
Baton Rouge, LA
05-2012
Medical Office Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant
Capital Area Technical College
Baton Rouge, LA
12-2009
Skills
Direct patient care
Medication and IV administration
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Compassion and empathy
Certification
Registered Nurse- Louisiana
Licensed Practical Nurse – Louisiana
Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Intermediate Fetal Heart Monitoring
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
PediaTrust, LLC
05.2021 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Care Center
10.2016 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Healthcare
07.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Capital Area Technical College
Medical Office Assistant Diploma - Medical Assistant