Crystal Mittan
Grand Island
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in maternal-newborn care and clinical documentation. Proven ability to train new staff and enhance patient education, contributing to improved patient outcomes and adherence to safety regulations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Grand Island Clinic
Grand Island
02.2015 - Current
- Monitor patient vital signs and document changes in electronic health records.
- Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatments, and preventive care.
- Train new nursing staff on operational procedures and patient care techniques.
- Communicates effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Ensure compliance with infection control standards and safety regulations.
- Achieve departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CHI Health St. Francis
Grand Island
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Monitored fetal heart rate patterns using electronic fetal monitoring equipment.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Assisted in the delivery of newborns, providing guidance and support to mothers during labor and delivery.
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Maintained sterile environment and adhered to infection control protocols.
- Supported mothers with breastfeeding techniques and newborn bonding.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies as needed.
- Provided patient education on childbirth and postpartum care.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
RN, Medical-Surgical
CHI Health St. Francis
Grand Island
05.2008 - 01.2012
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in medical-surgical unit.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care and health management strategies.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and maintaining infection control protocols.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritize care tasks.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Assisted physicians during examinations providing necessary instruments and equipment while maintaining sterile technique.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Central Community College
Grand Island, NE05-2008
Skills
- Maternal-newborn care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessment
- Electronic fetal monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Clinical documentation
- Training new staff
- Breastfeeding support
- Patient education
- Cesarean section preparation
- Staff scheduling
- Clinical leadership
Certification
BLS renewed 11/2025
Timeline
RN - Obstetrics & Gynecology
Grand Island Clinic
02.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
CHI Health St. Francis
01.2012 - 02.2015
RN, Medical-Surgical
CHI Health St. Francis
05.2008 - 01.2012
Associate Degree - Nursing
Central Community College