Tiffany Schultheiss

Registered Nurse, NICU

Desert Regional Medical Center

01.2006 - Current

Delivered care to 1-3 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Contributed to staff development through mentorship of new nurses.
Managed central, arterial and PICC lines.
Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for procedures.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address pain management.
Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Assessed patients in active drug withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control policies, proper equipment handling, and waste disposal procedures.
Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized plans of care for premature and critically ill neonates.
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the NICU setting.
Improved patient outcomes by swiftly recognizing and responding to emergent situations and initiating appropriate interventions.
Ensured continuity of care during shift handovers by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' status and needs with incoming staff members.
Reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections, adhering strictly to infection control protocols.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information while adhering to HIPAA regulations, promoting trust and respect between patients and healthcare professionals.
Increased family satisfaction scores by delivering compassionate care and effective communication during critical periods.
Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatment plans, and progress notes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.