Dianna Watts
Macon,United States
Summary
Dynamic Certified Nurse Midwife at Planned Parenthood Great Plains, adept in patient education, family planning, gender affirming care, gynecological care and contraceptive counseling. Proven advocate for women's health, enhancing patient satisfaction through comprehensive care and gender-affirming practices. Skilled in preventative care and breastfeeding support, fostering strong patient relationships and achieving positive health outcomes.
Advocating for the vast scop of Midwifery care with hopes to provide safe, inclusive and patient centered care to the people of Rural Missouri.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Midwife
Planned Parenthood Great Plains
10.2024 - Current
- Explained preparation and anticipated effects of such procedures as LARC Placement and gynecological screenings to keep patients educated and informed
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive gynecological care.
- Supported person's health through the provision of annual exams, contraceptive counseling, primary care, STI treatment and education and preventative screenings.
- Provide comprehensive gender affirming care through monitoring labs, prescribing hormone replacement therapy and providing inclusive well person care.
- Provide PreP and Pep treatment, education and lab monitoring.
- Obtained patient health histories through careful questioning and effective communication.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients through empathetic listening, open communication, and shared decision-making processes during their healthcare journey.
- Advocated for person's right to bodily autonomy in healthcare decisions surrounding pregnancy, birth control methods and gender affirming care.
- Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
- Work closely with patients to establish safe primary and preventative care practices with providers of varying sub specialties. Provide referrals when indicated.
Case Manager
Centene
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Improved client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns or grievances in a timely manner.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Fostered open lines of communication with clients' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
- Participated in regular professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of case management.
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
Case Manager (labor and Delivery/NICU)
New Healthcare Solutions- Temp Agency
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
- Achieved positive client outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive case management plans.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Fostered open lines of communication with clients' families and support networks, involving them in the case management process as appropriate.
Registered Nurse, PACU and Pre-Op
Surgery Center of Columbia
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
NICU Registered Nurse
University of Missouri System
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed complex cases, addressing needs of premature infants requiring ventilator support, IV therapy, and total parenteral nutrition.
- Assisted physicians with neonatal procedures such as intubation, and PICC line insertion.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing exceptional care for critically ill neonates in a Level III NICU setting.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify subtle changes in patient conditions promptly initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted family-centered care, involving parents in the decision-making process and educating them about their infant''s condition.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, demonstrating empathy and understanding in high-stress situations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in neonatal intensive care nursing.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with multidisciplinary medical teams.
- Administered medications and blood products safely, following established guidelines to minimize adverse effects on patients.
- Achieved positive patient outcomes, by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments accordingly.
- Reduced infection rates through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene practices.
- Advocated for patients and families, ensuring their needs were met and concerns were addressed in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with case managers and social workers to develop comprehensive discharge plans for patients transitioning from NICU care to home or other facilities.
- Identified and responded to critical changes in neonates' conditions, initiating emergency procedures to stabilize patients.
- Administered critical medications and treatments to neonates, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols for patient safety.
- Supported lactation efforts, offering guidance and resources to mothers, which promoted successful breastfeeding practices.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
University of Missouri System
08.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- 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.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery LDRP Unit
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- 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.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Assisted obstetricians with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Participated in regular departmental meetings, providing valuable insight and suggestions for improvement.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Versailles, KY 12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO 05-2015
Skills
- Patient education
- Contraceptive counseling
- Gender affirming care
- Trauma Informed Care
- Breastfeeding support
- Prenatal care and labor management
- Routine gynecological care
- Primary Care
- Family planning
- Sexual health counseling
Timeline
Certified Nurse Midwife
Planned Parenthood Great Plains
10.2024 - Current
Case Manager
Centene
04.2024 - 10.2024
Case Manager (labor and Delivery/NICU)
New Healthcare Solutions- Temp Agency
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse, PACU and Pre-Op
Surgery Center of Columbia
05.2023 - 01.2024
NICU Registered Nurse
University of Missouri System
02.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
University of Missouri System
08.2017 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery LDRP Unit
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2017
Master of Science - Nursing Midwifery
Frontier Nursing University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
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