Yolanda Berle Grant
Devonshire,Bermuda
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional focused on effective communication and education to enhance patient outcomes. Expertise in identifying health risk factors and applying critical thinking to improve care delivery. Committed to holistic nursing practices that support not only recovery but also the maintenance of optimal health and dignity in end-of-life care. Passionate about lifelong learning and integrating evidence-based practices with innovative approaches to elevate nursing standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Bermuda Hospital Board
, Bermuda
11.2017 - Current
- Monitored labor progress and maternal health
- Assisted in childbirth and immediate newborn care
- Educated patients on postnatal care practices
- Collaborated with obstetricians and midwives
- Managed patient documentation and medical records
- Provided emotional support to families during labor
- Conducted regular fetal monitoring and assessments
- Administered medications as per physician orders
- Educated patients on labor process expectations and provided emotional support throughout labor.
- Provided postpartum care for new mothers, including assessments, education and counseling.
- Documented patient progress notes according to hospital policy and procedures.
- Conducted postpartum evaluations to ensure health and well-being of mother and baby.
- Administered IV fluids and medications to manage labor pain and support labor progression.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences during labor and delivery.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
British Virgin Island Health Services Authority
Road Town, British Virgin Islands
01.2013 - 11.2017
- Monitored labor progress and maternal health
- Collaborated with obstetricians and midwives
- Conducted regular fetal monitoring and assessments
- Maintained a safe environment for both mother, baby before, during and after labor, delivery.
- Assessed and documented physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
South East Regional Health Authorities
Kingston 5, Jamaica
10.2008 - 12.2012
- Performing Monthly Health education pap smear
- Monitored labor progress and maternal health
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records and charts.
- Managed emergency situations, such as pre-eclampsia, eclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.
- Assessed newborns immediately after birth for physical condition and breathing effort.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by obstetricians.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St Joseph Hospital
Vine Yard Town, Jamaica
04.2008 - 12.2012
- Managed patient care for gynecological and obstetrical conditions, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans.
- Provided perioperative care and assessed neonatal conditions to promote optimal outcomes.
- Interpreted diagnostic investigation results and communicated findings to relevant physicians.
Registered Nurse/Nurse Midwife
Skeldon District Hospital
Skeldon Village, Guyana
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Monitoring vital signs.
- Performing a Pap smear.
- Sterilization of instruments.
- Health education.
- Management of patients with ante, intra, and postpartum asthma, COPD, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, cerebrovascular accident, thyroidectomy, sickle cell disease, myocardial infarction, burns, gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, placenta previa abrupt, and multiple pregnancy obstetrical emergencies, e.g. Cord prolapse, vasa previa, premature babies, neonatal jaundice, low birth weight babies, etc.
Registered Nurse/Midwife
New Amsterdam Hospital
Forth Ordinance, Guyana
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Monthly statistics of general reports of wards management and supervision of staff.
Registered Midwife
Skeldon District Hospital
Skeldon Village, Guyana
01.2001 - 12.2001
- Management of patients with Hypertension, Diabetes Mellitus, Placenta previa, abrupt, eclampsia Diabetes in pregnancy, Neonatal respiratory disease and teenage pregnancies.
- Lower section Caesarian section, Child welfare care.
- Antenatal Assessment and management.
- Performing health education on breast feeding, how to care for infant with neonatal jaundice, low birth weight, and prematurity.
Education
MPH -
Walden University
Maryland, U.S.A.11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
International University of the Caribbean
Kingston, 5, Jamaica12.2011
Registered Nurse - Diploma
From school of Nursing New Amsterdam
GUYANA03.2006
Midwifery - certificate
From School of Nursing New Amsterdam
GUYANA07.2000
Accomplishments
- Care of the Elderly - University of Guyana
- Principles of Management - University of Guyana
- Language and Communication - University of Guyana
- Certificate in elementary and intermediate business studies - Kuru Kuru Co-operative College
Conferences Seminars Workshops
- A seminar on the prevention of mother to child AIDS transmission
- A seminar in the management of diabetics
- A workshop in pap smear testing
Cell Phone Number
4415193378
References
Michelle Williams, Retired Principal Tutor, New Amsterdam School of Nursing, 011592 333 3783, Bishop Carlton Denis Charles, Faith Revival Wesleyan Tabernacle, 22-16 Main and Asylum Street, New Amsterdam, Berbice, Guyana, 011592332807
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer at the Vineyard Town senior citizen's home
- Member of the Wesleyan Women International
- Member of Christian (Wesleyan) Women Ministry and Cell Group
Continuing Education
- Certificate in Hair Culture - Adult Education Association
- Certificate of participation at workshop in Management - Ministry of Health
- Human Immune virus and acquired immune deficiency syndrome
- Professional certificate in computer technology
- Certificate in AED/CPR
- Certificate in Elementary and intermediate Accounts from Kuru Kuru cooperative College
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Interested in academic pursuit, Travelling and making new friends, Participation in community activities, Reading and praying
- Title: Miss
- Date of Birth: 01/24/72
- Gender: Female
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Bermuda Hospital Board
11.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
British Virgin Island Health Services Authority
01.2013 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
South East Regional Health Authorities
10.2008 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
St Joseph Hospital
04.2008 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse/Nurse Midwife
Skeldon District Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008
Registered Nurse/Midwife
New Amsterdam Hospital
01.2006 - 12.2007
Registered Midwife
Skeldon District Hospital
01.2001 - 12.2001
MPH -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
International University of the Caribbean
Registered Nurse - Diploma
From school of Nursing New Amsterdam
Midwifery - certificate
From School of Nursing New Amsterdam
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