Courtney Reed
Superior
Summary
- Medical professional with focus on delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments. Recognized for ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams. Strong critical thinking and patient management skills.
- Professional healthcare provider with extensive experience in medical-surgical nursing. Skilled in patient care, medication administration, and post-operative management. Strong focus on teamwork and dependable in adapting to changing needs. Known for clear communication, critical thinking, and compassionate patient interaction.
- Compassionate nurse with strong background in labor and delivery nursing. Demonstrated ability to support mothers through labor and postpartum stages, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Proven skills in emergency response and patient education.
- Healthcare professional with focus on labor and delivery, known for delivering high-quality patient care and support during childbirth. Proven ability to remain calm and efficient in high-pressure situations, with strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability. Highly skilled in patient monitoring, clinical assessment, and compassionate care.
- Experienced with postpartum care, ensuring well-being of mothers and infants. Utilizes evidence-based practices to provide optimal support and care during postpartum period. Track record of fostering nurturing environment while effectively collaborating with healthcare teams.
- Postpartum care professional with comprehensive background in supporting mothers and infants during postpartum period. Efficiently managed patient care plans, ensuring mothers and infants received optimum care and support. Known for effective collaboration with healthcare teams and adaptability to changing healthcare needs.
- Experienced with newborn auditory screenings, ensuring precise and early detection of hearing issues. Utilizes patient-centered communication and meticulous record-keeping to support healthcare teams. Knowledge of best practices in neonatal care and screening technologies.
- Professional lactation counselor with strong foundation in providing compassionate, evidence-based breastfeeding support. Skilled in client education, problem-solving, and creating individualized care plans. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes for mothers and infants. Reliable and responsive, with focus on nurturing positive client experiences.
- Experienced with lactation support and breastfeeding education. Utilizes compassionate communication and personalized care plans to enhance maternal and infant well-being. Knowledge of breastfeeding techniques and problem-solving strategies.
- Experienced with patient care, treatment planning, and clinical assessments. Utilizes evidence-based practices to deliver quality care and support patient well-being. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and effective team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
06.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Ward Clerk/CNA
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2017
- Organized paperwork for doctors, nurses, and patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, contributing to a well-organized and functional ward environment.
- Documented latest information in computer system and printed paperwork.
- Stored and retrieved permanent records on daily basis.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to HIPAA regulations.
- Trained new Ward Clerks on best practices for administrative duties, contributing to a knowledgeable workforce that maintained high standards of service quality.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Naperville, IL03-2025
Associate of Science - ADN- Registered Nurse
Cloud County Community College
Concordia05-2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Central Kansas Technical College
Beloit, KS05-2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Community College
Hastings, NE07-2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- NRP
- PALS
- S.T.A.B.L.E
- TNCC
- Certified Lactation Counselor
- Child Passenger Safety Technician
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
06.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2020
Ward Clerk/CNA
Brodstone Memorial Hospital
12.2015 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - ADN- Registered Nurse
Cloud County Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse
North Central Kansas Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Central Community College
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