Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Kaitlyn Fontenot

Oberlin

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with significant experience in newborn nursery care, known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks, seeking to secure a role and expand experience in the NICU. Skilled in monitoring and assessing infant health, providing postnatal education to parents, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care. Strengths include excellent communication skills, focused nursing interventions, and evidence-based neonatal care practices. Proven success in promoting a nurturing environment for infants while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Outgoing and friendly, with a strong drive to succeed. Exceptional patient care skills, with success in building relationships with patients and family members. Versed in electronic charting and Joint Commission standards. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and coworkers. Multitasks in fast-paced environments, and provides level-headed emergency response. Highly organized, with a service-oriented approach. Resourceful Registered Nurse with expertise in critical thinking and patient assessment. Known for effectively monitoring vital signs and administering treatments, ensuring the highest standards of care in a fast-paced nursery environment. Proficient in developing and implementing individualized care plans while collaborating with healthcare teams to educate families on infant health and safety practices. Proven success in promoting a nurturing environment for infants while ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Possess specialized skills in neonatal care, patient education, and breastfeeding support. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to provide exceptional care and support to newborns and families.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery

Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
Alexandria
01.2023 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care for newborns in a fast-paced nursery environment.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed health status of newborn patients daily.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by pediatricians and neonatologists.
  • Educated parents on infant care, breastfeeding, and safe sleep practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safety.
  • Assisted in the development of care plans tailored to individual newborn needs.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile nursery environment.
  • Monitored infants for signs of infection or other health issues.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals in the development of individualized treatment plans for each infant patient.
  • Provided medical care to newborns, including physical examinations and assessments.
  • Counseled families on issues related to parenting a newborn, including sleep habits and breastfeeding techniques.
  • Instructed parents on proper feeding techniques, nutrition and hygiene practices.
  • Assessed vital signs such as blood pressure, heart rate, temperature, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly functioning before use in the nursery environment.
  • Performed routine laboratory tests on newborns to screen for genetic disorders or metabolic diseases.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations according to physician orders.
  • Assisted in the delivery room during labor and delivery processes as requested by obstetricians and gynecologists.
  • Implemented accurate and timely documentation in electronic client medical records.
  • Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Student Nurse Extern

Oakdale Community Hospital
Oakdale
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Monitored patient status and reported updates to senior medical staff.
  • Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
  • Observed patient care and assessed feedback to deliver ongoing quality care.
  • Supported the personal hygiene needs of patients, and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Delivered meals and snacks, helped patients feed themselves, and documented intake for medical records.
  • Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
  • Observed and communicated changes in the patient's condition to the registered nurse on duty.
  • Provided compassionate patient care for the required caseload.
  • Built rapport with patients' family members and support systems.
  • Operated under the direction of licensed nursing professionals, and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.

Team Member

Kids Quest
Kinder
05.2021 - 05.2022
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
  • Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
  • Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
  • Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
  • Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
  • Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Oberlin High School
Oberlin, LA
05.2018

Skills

  • Infection control
  • Charting and documentation
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Patient education
  • Emotional support
  • Care plan implementation
  • Taking and recording vital signs
  • Direct patient care
  • Care plan development
  • Patient assessment
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Family education support
  • Feeding assistance
  • Infant vitals monitoring

Certification

S.T.A.B.L.E

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Newborn Nursery

Rapides Women's & Children's Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Student Nurse Extern

Oakdale Community Hospital
06.2022 - 12.2022

Team Member

Kids Quest
05.2021 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

High School Diploma -

Oberlin High School
Kaitlyn Fontenot