Dedicated NICU nurse with a proven track record of delivering exceptional patient-centered care. Seeking to leverage NICU nursing experience and expertise to support (newborns and families) at Arkansas Children's Hospital. Particularly adept at patient education and communicating effectively to ensure that all newborn needs are met and family members fully understand medical conditions and treatment options.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Neonatal Nurse
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
07.2024 - Current
Care for high-risk newborns in a Level IV NICU providing specialized nursing interventions and monitoring vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, and neurological development
Administer medications including intravenous therapies with 100% accuracy and monitor newborns carefully for adverse reactions
Use advanced equipment such as incubators, ventilators, and cardiac monitors to deliver precise and focused care to newborns
Maintain meticulous medical records documenting assessments, treatments, and progress notes to facilitate continuity of care
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement specialized care for newborns
Assist in emergency situations, demonstrating effective crisis management skills, and remaining calm and composed demeanor during critical incidents
Nurse Intern
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
07.2023 - 06.2024
Rotated through five different departments within the hospital to gain experience in multiple specialties
Assisted with direct patient care, including vital signs and implementation of care plans
Shared observations and assessment outcomes with healthcare team, patient, and family
Documented in the medical record with supervision
Under supervision, facilitated the delivery of safe patient care, monitoring quality and regulatory indicators, and worked with leaders to identify process improvement opportunities
Contributed to the team effort by accomplishing required activities to ensure compliance with all applicable medication, storage, and documentation standards, regulations and requirements
Signed off nursing skills
Skills
Neonatal intensive care
Patient assessment and monitoring
Medication administration
Ventilator management
Intravenous therapy
Electronic Medical Records
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Emotional support
Patient advocacy
Crisis management
Patient/family education
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) License, Arkansas State Board of Nursing
BSN Degree, University of Central Arkansas School of Nursing, 05/01/24
Basic Life Support (BLS) Course Completion, American Heart Association
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, American Association of Pediatrics
Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Neonatal Nurse
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
07.2024 - Current
Nurse Intern
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
07.2023 - 06.2024
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