Katie Walden
Monroe
Summary
Efficient and compassionate professional with many years of nursing experience in major hospital. Versatile health care professional with broad knowledge of various nursing disciplines and special passion for obstetrics. Engaged communicator with patients, offering rare combination of empathy and firm professionalism.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with focus on Labor and Delivery, bringing relevant experience in managing high-pressure situations while providing top-notch patient care. Strengths include adeptness at facilitating seamless labor processes, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and using critical thinking to make quick decisions during emergencies. Previous work has demonstrated significant positive outcomes for patients as well as improved efficiency within maternity departments.
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every patient a positive and memorable experience.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
Gastonia
04.2009 - Current
- Provided patient care during admission process, and continuing care for them throughout antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum period
- Triaged patients in OBED
- Circulated on routine and emergency csections
- Cared for low risk patients as well as high risk, including preterm, diabetics, hypertensives, preeclamptics,etc.
- administered high risk meds such as pitocin, magnesium sulfate, IV insulin via Endotool for laboring patients, etc
- Provided comprehensive nursing care during labor and delivery processes.
- Assisted in emergency interventions and stabilization of patients.
- Educated families about childbirth options and postnatal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and care plans accurately in electronic records.
- Supported mothers with breastfeeding techniques and newborn care guidance.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Performed regular checkups on expectant mothers in order to monitor their health status.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Evaluated patient's response to treatments administered by adjusting dosages accordingly.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Fayetteville
03.2008 - 03.2009
- Provided comprehensive nursing care during labor and delivery processes.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs continuously.
- Assisted in emergency interventions and stabilization of patients.
- Educated families about childbirth options and postnatal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Documented patient progress and care plans accurately in electronic records.
- Supported mothers with breastfeeding techniques and newborn care guidance.
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospitals and health clinics.
- Leveraged equipment and administered medications, supporting labor, delivery and care of newborns.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Complied with OSHA standards for healthcare professionals to minimize or eliminate risk of infection.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families throughout the childbirth process.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Evaluated patient's response to treatments administered by adjusting dosages accordingly.
- Identified complications during labor or delivery requiring medical attention or intervention.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.
- Initiated breastfeeding techniques upon request from mother and family member.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Atrium Main
Charlotte
05.2007 - 03.2008
- Provided direct patient care to mothers and newborns during hospital stays.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed health conditions of mothers and infants.
- Educated families on newborn care, breastfeeding, and postpartum recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and performed routine medical procedures for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Assisted in coordinating discharge plans for families after hospital stay.
- Supported new parents in adapting to parenting challenges through counseling sessions.
- Developed patient-centered plans of care based on assessment findings and individualized needs of the mother-baby dyad.
- Assessed newborns for health issues such as jaundice, low blood sugar levels, and congenital abnormalities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, colleagues and other healthcare personnel.
- Provided emotional support to new mothers regarding breastfeeding difficulties or other concerns.
- Encouraged bonding between mother and baby by helping initiate skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth.
- Provided postpartum care to mothers and babies, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients on breastfeeding techniques.
- Ensured safe transition from hospital to home by providing comprehensive discharge teaching and follow up instructions for mother-baby dyads.
- Administered vaccines according to immunization guidelines set forth by Centers for Disease Control.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
Charlotte, NC 08.2004 - 05.2007
East Gaston High School
Mount Holly, NCSkills
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- High-risk obstetric care
- Patient education
- Medication administration
Certification
- Certification in Electronic Fetal Monitoring - issued 2015
Accomplishments
- Nursing excellence award in 2012
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CaroMont Regional Medical Center, Gaston Memorial Hospital
04.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
03.2008 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse
Atrium Main
05.2007 - 03.2008
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carolina’s College of Health Sciences
08.2004 - 05.2007
East Gaston High School