Gianna Kirschbaum

• Provides compassionate emotional support to families during difficult times while navigating the complexities of neonatal intensive care.
• Manages ventilator settings for critically-ill neonates requiring respiratory support while continually assessing their response to therapy.
• Administers prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
• Mentors new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and specialized knowledge of neonatal care techniques.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for neonatal patients, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives within the NICU, resulting in improved patient outcomes and overall unit performance.

Recorded vital signs, intake/outputs, pulse oximetry and weights accurately and reported any changes to RN.

Administered and performed baths and basic hygiene measures as directed by RN.

Assisted with collection and delivery of specimens.

Assisted and prepared patients for treatment, exams, and procedures as directed by RN.