CHRISTINE MARIE PORTER
New Market
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with specialized expertise in labor and delivery, recognized for delivering compassionate and effective care while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. A strong advocate for team collaboration and adaptability, consistently striving to achieve optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments. Proficient in patient assessment, monitoring, and emergency interventions. Experienced with childbirth education, providing essential knowledge and support to expectant parents. Utilizes effective teaching methods and empathetic communication to foster positive birthing experiences. Knowledge of curriculum development and adapting strategies to meet diverse needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
02.2015 - Current
- Provide excellent nursing care through the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum periods, including care for high-risk obstetrical patients
- Conduct maternal and fetal assessment and communicate abnormalities or changes in patient status with provider
- Educate patients and family members about pregnancy, labor, vaginal and cesarean deliveries, postpartum care, breastfeeding, and newborn care
- Precept new and experienced RNs to the unit and educate them on policies, procedures, and safe patient care
- Participate in Education Committee, develop education materials, and coordinate and execute drills
Labor and Delivery Scheduler
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Schedule inductions and cesarean sections to meet patient needs and provider availability
- Review patient medical records and utilize evidenced-based guidelines to determine medical necessity
- Identify need for coordination with various specialities prior to delivery
Childbirth Educator
VHC Health
07.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive, evidence-based education for expectant families on childbirth options, pain management techniques, postpartum recovery, and newborn care
- Empower families to make informed decisions regarding their care
Doula
Birth Companions Program
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Attended deliveries to provide clients with emotional and physical support during labor and delivery
- Conducted prenatal and postpartum visits to provide education and connect clients with community resources
Student Nurse
House of Ruth Maryland
10.2013 - 12.2014
- Developed and implemented nutrition program for the residents at the shelter to improve access to fresh food and increase knowledge of healthy eating
- Coordinated and taught family planning workshops focused on birth control and harm-reduction
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
03.2009 - 07.2012
- Supported the development and conduct of emergency and catastrophic incident exercises and training for Federal, State, and local agencies
- Developed the U.S. Coast Guard Biannual Report to Congress addressing Port Security Terrorism Exercise Results
English Teacher
Sluys-Anderson Primary School
07.2008 - 12.2008
- Taught English to Standard 4 and 5 students
- Created and implemented dynamic lesson plans, incorporating new materials into standard curriculum
- Taught English classes to adult students ranging from beginning to advanced English language proficiency
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Elon University
Elon, NC05.2008
Skills
- Antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care
- Fetal monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Patient and family education and advocacy
- Care coordination
- Nurse precepting
- Electronic Health Records: Cerner
Certification
RN licensure in Maryland, Inpatient Obstetric Nursing, External Fetal Monitoring, BLS, NRP, S.T.A.B.L.E.
Timeline
Labor and Delivery Scheduler
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Childbirth Educator
VHC Health
07.2022 - Current
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Shady Grove Adventist Hospital
02.2015 - Current
Doula
Birth Companions Program
04.2014 - 12.2014
Student Nurse
House of Ruth Maryland
10.2013 - 12.2014
Senior Consultant
Booz Allen Hamilton
03.2009 - 07.2012
English Teacher
Sluys-Anderson Primary School
07.2008 - 12.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Elon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing