LISA JACOBS
Vallejo
Summary
Compassionate Clinical Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, education, and care coordination. Proven ability to provide emotional support and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
Fairfield
11.2020 - Current
- Conducted non-stress tests to monitor fetal well-being during high-risk pregnancies.
- Utilized advanced techniques to assess maternal and fetal health in complex cases.
- Assisted in patient education regarding treatment plans and health management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies and procedures effectively.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Analyzed, collected and recorded patient health data.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
Fairfield
06.2010 - 11.2020
- Conducted labor and delivery nursing, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Performed fetal monitoring to evaluate fetal well-being during labor.
- Served as circulating nurse to ensure efficient operations in delivery room.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Assisted in patient education regarding treatment plans and health management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records for efficient patient tracking.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and hygiene.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate patient care plans.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Conducted physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses and treat patients.
- Facilitated discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance maternal and neonatal outcomes.
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
Sacramento
06.2007 - 06.2010
- Provided immediate care to newborns during delivery.
- Executed newborn resuscitation procedures when necessary.
- Delivered couplet care to promote bonding between mothers and infants.
- Assisted with breastfeeding to support maternal-infant health.
- Conducted hearing screenings for early detection of auditory issues.
- Supported circumcision procedures to ensure infant safety.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during labor and delivery.
- Educated families on labor processes and newborn care techniques.
- Developed individualized plan of care for each patient based on their unique needs.
- Trained new nursing staff on labor and delivery best practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive patient care services.
- Performed labor and delivery triage functions such as fetal heart rate monitoring and assessment of maternal vital signs.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition, breastfeeding techniques, newborn care and parenting skills.
- Coordinated patient discharge plans by providing education on home health care needs and infant safety measures.
- Facilitated communication between physician staff members and patients and families in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information according to hospital policy standards.
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
Fairfield
07.2005 - 07.2007
- providing care for new mothers and infants
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Assessed patient health and provided postpartum care recommendations.
- Educated families on newborn care and breastfeeding practices.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create individualized care plans.
- Supported emotional well-being of mothers during recovery period.
- Facilitated communication between patients and medical professionals for optimal care.
- Assessed vital signs, performed physical examinations and provided patient education for postpartum mothers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT01-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Solano Community College
Fairfield, California, CA06-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- Labor and delivery care
- Postpartum care
- Emotional support
- Patient monitoring
- Newborn education
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Patient education and counseling
- Care plan development
- Direct patient care
- Well visit procedures
- Neonatal and maternity specialist
- Women's health exams
- Preventive health
- Diabetes management
- Birth coaching
- Case management
- EMR / EHR
- Obstetrics and gynecology
- Immunization skills
- Removing sutures
- Call triaging
- Treatment Planning
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Patient assessments
- Discharge coordination
- Family education
- Personal care needs
- Addiction specialist
- Infant CPR certified
- Feeding assistance
- Compassion and empathy
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
11.2020 - Current
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
06.2010 - 11.2020
Staff Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento
06.2007 - 06.2010
Clinical Nurse
NorthBay Medical Center
07.2005 - 07.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing Practice
Solano Community College