Tess O’Connell
Boston
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated NICU Registered Nurse with experience in Level III neonatal intensive care. Committed to delivering evidence-based, family-centered care to premature and critically ill newborns. Known for critical thinking, clinical precision, and effective interdisciplinary collaboration in high-acuity settings. Passionate about neonatal health, parent education, and improving long-term outcomes for vulnerable infants.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
NICU Registered Nurse
Brandon Regional Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Deliver direct care to preterm infants including those requiring mechanical ventilation, CPAP, and TPN.
- Monitor and respond to complex changes in patient status, escalating care appropriately.
- Administer critical medications and manage neonatal IV lines with strict adherence to protocols.
- Partner with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and social workers to develop and execute individualized care plans.
- Provide compassionate, trauma-informed support and education to families during NICU stay and discharge preparation.
Clinical Immersion (Oncology/Hematology)
Rhode Island Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed comprehensive nursing care for up to four patients per shift, including assessment, planning, and evaluation.
- Strengthened time management, patient advocacy, and communication in a high-acuity setting.
Education
Master of Management - Leadership Certificate
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI05.2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2024
Skills
- Neonatal Critical Care
- Family education
- Feeding support
- Time management
- Central Line & IV management
- Endotracheal tube management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Timeline
NICU Registered Nurse
Brandon Regional Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Clinical Immersion (Oncology/Hematology)
Rhode Island Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
Master of Management - Leadership Certificate
Marquette University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
Leadership & Athletics
- Division I Soccer (Midfielder) – University of Rhode Island / Marquette University Aug 2020 – Nov 2024
- Competed in 86 matches; served as Team Captain (2023)
- Developed resilience, discipline, and leadership under pressure.