Deborah Kreis
White City,SK
Summary
Efficient and compassionate RN with 42 years of diverse nursing experience in major hospitals. Versatile health care professional with broad knowledge of various nursing disciplines including orthopedics Coronary Care and a special passion for obstetrics. Engaged communicator with patients, offering rare combination of empathy and firm professionalism.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
RN - Labor and Delivery
SHA
Regina, Saskatchewan
06.2000 - Current
- Provided direct one to one patient care, including assessment in triage, medication administration, scrub and circulator in the operating room, recovery room and Charge nurse duties. Worked very closely with physicians, residents and medical students.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient information including lab results, medication administration.
- Collaborated with physicians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other healthcare professionals during labor and delivery process.
- Assessed and monitored labor progress, fetal heart tones, and maternal vital signs.
- Assisted physicians during cesarean sections when necessary.
- Initiated breastfeeding support for mothers in the immediate post-delivery period.
- Provided emotional support to family members throughout labor process.
- Managed emergency situations requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, resuscitation, or intervention for mother or infant according to established protocols.
- Performed newborn assessments such as APGAR scores at one minute and five minutes after birth.
- Educated patients about risk factors associated with high-risk pregnancies.
- Administered medications including epidurals and narcotics as ordered by physician.
- Identified potential complications that may arise during pregnancy or delivery process.
- Cared for a variety of medical conditions experienced by pregnant women including preterm labor, hypertensionand preeclampsia, diabetes mellitus, intrauterine growth restriction, placental abruption.
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
- Coordinated overall patient care with specialists, physicians, and other departments and supervised ancillary staff.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Participated in professional development activities to stay current with best practices in maternal and newborn care.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Prepared delivery rooms with necessary equipment and supplies.
- Provided support and coaching to mothers during labor and delivery processes.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
- Assisted physicians in delivery of babies and supported and encouraged mothers during childbirth.
- Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
- Monitored fetal heartbeat and length and strength of contractions to guide labor.
- Instructed and supervised nursing students and new hires in labor and delivery procedures.
- Provided information, guidance and hands-on clinical care to support pregnant women.
- Managed emergency situations, such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
RN, Critical Care
SHA
Regina, Saskatchewan
07.1988 - 06.2000
- Participated in daily rounds with medical staff to discuss plan of care for each patient.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on assessment of the patient's condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and per protocol.
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accurate documentation standards according to hospital policy.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to critical care nursing practices.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
- Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing and responding to changes in patient conditions promptly.
- Performed emergency medical procedures, such as advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), when necessary.
- Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
- Maintained detailed patient records, documenting care provided and patient progress.
- Advocated for patients, ensuring their needs and preferences were communicated to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in the orientation and mentoring of new nursing staff, enhancing team capabilities.
- Managed the administration of blood products and monitored patients for adverse reactions.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay current with advancements in critical care nursing.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with healthcare protocols.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
Care Worker
Regina Developmental Centers
Regina, Saskatchewan
11.1977 - 05.1981
- Assisted with personal care tasks such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Collaborated with social workers and case managers in order to develop appropriate service plans.
- Maintained communication with families regarding the progress of their loved ones.
- Assessed changes in the condition or behaviour of clients and reported any concerns promptly to supervisor.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals, including nurses, doctors, dieticians, in order to ensure comprehensive care.
- Encouraged independence while providing assistance when needed.
- Developed individual care plans based on assessments of the needs of each client.
- Assisted client with personal hygiene, mobility and transportation.
- Supported therapy activities and exercises under professionals direction.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.
- Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wascana Institute
Regina, SK06-1983
High School Diploma -
Moorland High School
Darwen, Lancashire, England06-1976
Some College (No Degree) - Developmental /residential Care of Children
Bolton Technical College
Bolton, Lancashire, EnglandSkills
- Patient assessment, in Triage and ongoing
- Charge Nurse
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Labor support
- Newborn stabilization
- Preterm labor interventions
- Postpartum hemorrhage control
- Vaginal delivery assistance
- Cesarean section preparation, scrub nurse and circulator in OR
- Postpartum care
- Neonatal resuscitation
- High-risk pregnancy care
- Family-centered care approach
- Patient education
- Fetal monitoring
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Patient admitting
- Direct patient care
- Ward management
Affiliations
In my personal life I value my family and friends first, prioritizing my children, my grandchildren and my 93 year old mother, but have many other interests.
I am a widowed single woman with active interests in singing, horse riding, camping, boating , gardening, exercise and minor renovations.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN - Labor and Delivery
SHA
06.2000 - Current
RN, Critical Care
SHA
07.1988 - 06.2000
Care Worker
Regina Developmental Centers
11.1977 - 05.1981
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Wascana Institute
High School Diploma -
Moorland High School
Some College (No Degree) - Developmental /residential Care of Children
Bolton Technical College
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