Teneshia T. Edwards

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• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal care for patients.
• Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines through regular review of documentation and adherence to established protocols.
• Contributed to improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and staying informed of the latest research on maternal and infant health.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

• Maintained open lines of communication with students, offering support and guidance throughout their educational journey.
• Created training materials and implemented instructional strategies to track student progress, ascertain skills and development and perform staff assessments.
• Delivered information and valuable instructions to students during clinical rotations.
• Evaluated student performance in clinical settings, providing constructive feedback for improvement and growth.

• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and knowledgeable care during labor and delivery.
• Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring both mother and baby''s vital signs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes throughout the labor and delivery process.
• Served as a preceptor for new hires or student nurses, fostering their competence in labor and delivery care through hands-on training experiences.
• Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the unit by participating in discussions regarding policies or procedures that could be optimized for better patient outcomes.
• Assisted in emergency situations such as fetal distress, maternal hemorrhage, or neonatal resuscitation by following established protocols and working closely with fellow healthcare providers.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through regular assessments and adjustments to care plans as needed, continuously striving for optimal patient outcomes in every case.
• Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
• Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.