Bridget Ross
Lorton
Summary
Dedicated Postpartum Registered Nurse with experience at INOVA, skilled in neonatal assessment and high-risk pregnancy care. Excelled as a Charge Nurse and preceptor, fostering compassionate care and interprofessional communication. RNC-MNN certified, adept at implementing safety protocols and supporting families. Aims to provide exceptional care while fostering positive and supportive environment for new mothers and their families. Facilitates ongoing unit education by researching relevant topics and delivering self made presentations to peers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Postpartum Registered Nurse
INOVA
Fairfax, VA
08.2023 - Current
- Managed time efficiently to provide care for patients.
- Implemented hospital policies and protocols when applicable to promote safe care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient safety and create a specific plan of care relating to each patients individual needs.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Provided culturally sensitive care by respecting diverse family values and traditions related to childbirth and the postpartum period.
- Cared for families experiencing fetal deaths and demises while guiding and supporting through grief while utilizing therapeutic communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2023
Skills
- Neonatal Assessment Nurse on Labor and Delivery Unit
- Facilitator for the new graduate residency program
- Preceptor to experienced and new graduate nurses
- Charge Nurse
- Two time Daisy Award nominee
- Compassionate care
- High-risk pregnancy care at a certified level IV facility for Maternal Levels of Care Program
- Neonatal resuscitation
- Interprofessional communication
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Nurse Multi State License - Expires 11/30/2026
- RN II - Advancement approved October 2025
- RQI Basic Life Support Certified - Expires 3/31/2026
- RNC - MNN Certified - Received October 2025
Timeline
Postpartum Registered Nurse
INOVA
08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
James Madison University