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Cristina Barajas

Spring Hill

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse specialized in Labor and Delivery, with a proven track record at Northridge Hospital Medical Center. Excelled in providing emotional support, mastering electronic fetal heart rate interpretation, and leading obstetric emergency responses. Demonstrated exceptional clinical judgment and neonatal resuscitation skills, ensuring optimal care and support for mothers and newborns.

Compassionate professional with extensive experience in providing comprehensive care to patients throughout labor and delivery. Adept at monitoring and assessing patient progress, providing comfort and support to patients and families, and coordinating patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams.

Patient-oriented Nurse with 21 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.

Professional nurse with specialized expertise in labor and delivery. Proven track record of delivering compassionate and effective care while ensuring patient safety and comfort. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving optimal outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency interventions, with calm and reliable approach in high-pressure situations.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Northridge Hospital Medical Center
06.2003 - 02.2022
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Assisted with patient positioning, prepping, and draping during surgical procedures to ensure optimal safety and comfort throughout the process.
  • Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices.
  • Ensured efficient flow of the operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
  • Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
  • Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Moorpark College
Moorpark, CA
05-2003

Skills

  • Antepartum care
  • Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
  • Breastfeeding support
  • Obstetric emergency response
  • IV insertion
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Decision-making
  • Monitoring vital signs
  • Fetal monitoring
  • Labor support
  • Strong clinical judgment

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Northridge Hospital Medical Center
06.2003 - 02.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Moorpark College
Cristina Barajas