Carah Aldrich

Colorado Springs

Summary

Dynamic Neonatal Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Children's Hospital Colorado Springs, excelling in advanced airway management and clinical decision-making. Proven track record in stabilizing critically ill infants and mentoring future clinicians, ensuring optimal outcomes through collaborative care and individualized treatment plans. Committed to excellence in neonatal care.

Adept at providing critical care and support to newborns and their families, with strong focus on collaboration and achieving optimal health outcomes. Demonstrates flexibility and reliability in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Proficient in advanced neonatal procedures, patient assessment, and family education. Known for empathy, precision, and consistent delivery of high standards in care.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Pediatrix, Children's Hospital Colorado Springs

11.2018 - Current

Managed complex cases involving premature infants down to 22weeks gestation and critically ill infants, ensuring optimal growth and development while minimizing complications.
Perform necessary procedures to assist in life-saving measures and diagnostic decisions including intubations, chest tube placement, central lines including UVC/UAC and PICC lines, lumbar punctures, PALs.
Coordinated care for critically ill, surgical and premature infants, collaborating with specialists and advocating for necessary medical interventions.
Attend vaginal and C-section deliveries of premature and high-risk infants and run resuscitations.
Mentored nursing staff, fostering professional growth through clinical guidance and educational opportunities.
Developed individualized care plans for neonates with complex medical conditions, working closely with families and healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes.
Implemented advanced life-saving measures during emergent situations, stabilizing critically ill infants.
Served as a preceptor for nurse practitioner students and physician assistant students cultivating future generations of clinicians dedicated to excellence in neonatal care.

Registered Nurse Level 3, NICU

St. Francis Medical Center

02.2009 - 11.2018

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on infant's acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
Started and maintained PIVs, administered medications, maintained central lines.
Worked as Charge RN, admitting infant's, planning assignments, supporting other members of the team and families.
Administered critical care interventions for neonates in accordance with established protocols.

Education

Master of Science - Nurse Practitioner-Neonatal

Creighton University

Omaha, NE

05-2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Kaplan University

Davenport, IA

04-2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Pueblo Community College

Pueblo, CO

05-2007

Skills

Advanced airway management
Endotracheal intubation
IV placement and management
Neonatal resuscitation
Ventilator management
Neonatal stabilization
Peripherally inserted central catheter insertion

UVC/UAC placement
Chest tube placement
Lumbar punctures
Direct patient care
Diagnosis and treatment
Clinical decision making