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Stephanie Smith

Niagara Falls,ON

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate novice Registered Nurse with experience in providing exemplary care to high-risk postpartum and antepartum patients within a Level 3 care center. My experience has equipped me with a solid foundation in managing conditions such as preterm labor, preeclampsia, and gestational diabetes, allowing me to adapt quickly to dynamic clinical situations. While my current role has primarily focused on high risk postpartum and antepartum care, I am enthusiastic about expanding my skill set and transitioning to a Labor and Delivery unit. I am committed to ongoing professional development and am actively pursuing opportunities to enhance my skills and knowledge in obstetric nursing. I am confident that my combination of clinical experience, dedication to patient-centered care, and eagerness to learn will enable me to excel in this role and positively impact the lives of expectant mothers and their families.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Ottawa General Hospital
09.2023 - Current
  • Monitored patients closely for signs of preterm labor, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and other high-risk conditions.
  • Delivered high quality care in a compassionate and respectful manner to families of all cultures and socio-economic backgrounds.
  • Collaborated and coordinated with multidisciplinary team members including physicians, midwives, neonatologists, social workers, and lactation consultants.
  • Recognized signs of maternal or fetal distress and initiated appropriate emergency interventions.
  • Participate in drills and training sessions to maintain readiness for obstetrical emergencies such as hemorrhage, and cord prolapse.


Consolidation

The Ottawa General Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023

8 East - Mother Baby Unit : Student Nurse

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of postpartum patients, including vital signs, uterine involution, pain management, and emotional well-being.
  • Monitored high-risk conditions such as postpartum hemorrhage, hypertensive disorders, and infection, intervening promptly to prevent complications.
  • Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants.
  • Assessed newborns for signs of distress, jaundice, and feeding difficulties, collaborating with pediatricians as needed for further evaluation and management.
  • Administered medications to newborns, including antibiotics, immunoglobulins, and antivirals.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for recovery.

Complex Nursing Care

The Ottawa Hospital General Campus
09.2022 - 12.2022

6 North East - Orthopedics Surgery : Student Nurse

  • Monitored patients closely in the postoperative period, assessing vital signs, pain levels, and surgical site integrity to identify and promptly address any complications.
  • Managed postoperative pain
  • Performed sterile dressing changes and wound assessments according to established protocols

Pediatric Surgery Nursing Care

CHEO
04.2022 - 05.2022
  • Educated patients and families on health topics, medications and treatments to increase understanding and improve health outcomes.
  • Monitored pediatric patient conditions to identify changes and respond promptly.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
06.2023

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Catholique Jean-Vanier
Welland, ON
07.2018

Skills

  • Workflow and Patient Management
  • Policy and Procedure Compliance
  • Patient and Family Education
  • Newborn and Maternal Assessments
  • Accurate Documentation and Charting
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Administering Blood Transfusions
  • Fetal Monitoring
  • Crisis Management

Certifications

  • Fundamentals of Fetal Health Surveillance (FHS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • BLS Provider
  • NVCI training
  • Mask fit tested



Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Ottawa General Hospital
09.2023 - Current

Consolidation

The Ottawa General Hospital
02.2023 - 04.2023

Complex Nursing Care

The Ottawa Hospital General Campus
09.2022 - 12.2022

Pediatric Surgery Nursing Care

CHEO
04.2022 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Ottawa

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Catholique Jean-Vanier
Stephanie Smith