Compassionate, Certified Perinatal Doula, Certified in Lactation Education and Child Birth Education. Brings demonstrated strengths in patient communication and coordinating care. Focused on cultivating trusting relationships and healthy birth outcomes. Advocates for an equal and informed birth experience for BIPOC families
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Vernee Jones
Atlantic City,NJ
Summary
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nella V. Doula Services/ Self
Perinatal Doula
06.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with fellow doulas to share best practices and learn from one another''s experiences in order to continually improve the quality of support provided to clients.
- Educated new parents on proper newborn care techniques including breastfeeding, diapering, bathing, soothing methods, and safety precautions.
- Advocated for client preferences during labor when necessary while respecting medical professional recommendations and prioritizing the health of both mother and baby.
- Provided compassionate care to clients experiencing pregnancy loss or other challenging circumstances related to their reproductive journey.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing personalized emotional, physical, and educational support throughout the pregnancy and birthing process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current research related to pregnancy, childbirth procedures, newborn care practices through continuing education opportunities.
- Connected families with community resources such as lactation consultants or pediatricians when additional support was needed beyond my scope of practice as a doula.
Community Doulas Of South Jersey
Perinatal Doula
10.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care.
- Met with mothers to design individualized birth plans in terms of health concerns, birthing desires and potential problems.
- Checked for comfort levels and monitored emotional states of mothers before, during and after labor.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Introduced comfort measures to increase patient comfort and streamline birthing processes.
- Coached women through final stage of labor
- Informed families on potential risks and overall benefits, as well as alternatives to their birth decisions
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Assisted in delivery of pregnancies in a hospital environment.
- Taught childbirth preparation classes to expectant parents.
- Educated patients on breastfeeding and provided lactation support.
- Developed and maintained patient records and documentation.
- Encouraged open communication between family members during pregnancy and postpartum periods to foster healthy relationships among all involved individuals.
- Enhanced client comfort during labor by utilizing various pain management techniques such as massage, breathing exercises, and position changes.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients by actively listening to their concerns and addressing their needs during prenatal visits.
- Conducted postpartum home visits to monitor the well-being of both mother and infant while offering guidance on adjusting to life with a newborn.
- Assisted clients in creating comprehensive birth plans that reflected their personal preferences and values while considering medical recommendations.
- Provided continuous emotional support throughout each stage of labor, helping clients maintain a positive mindset during challenging moments.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, including prenatal visits, birth plan discussions, labor support, postpartum care, and any additional follow-up communication.
Education
Atlantic Cape Community CollegeMays Landing, NJ
Associate of Business Administration
05.2023
University Overview
Uzazi VillageCamden, NJ
from Perinatal Studies
06.2019
University Overview
Studied under seasoned Birth Workers and received certifications in five areas of study.
- Pre-Natal
- Labor/Delivery
- Post Partum
- Childbirth Education
- Peer Breastfeeding Counselor
Currently studying to receive certification as a Loss Advocate
- Miscarriage
- Stillbirth
- Abortion
Skills
- Birth Coaching
- Breathing Techniques
- Family Education
- Immediate Postpartum Support
- Labor and Delivery Support
- Breastfeeding Support
- Relaxation Techniques
- Emotional Support
- Birthing Resources
- Family Support
- Childbirth Education
- Fetal Loss Advocate
Timeline
Perinatal Doula
Nella V. Doula Services/ Self
06.2019 - Current
Perinatal Doula
Community Doulas Of South Jersey
10.2018 - Current
Atlantic Cape Community College
Associate of Business Administration
Uzazi Village
from Perinatal Studies
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