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Alaina Sanders

Macomb,MI

Summary

I am a highly skilled and companionate level 4 , NICU,RN, with 20 years of experience caring for critically ill neonates. My expertise is in critical thinking, delivering exceptional care in a high pressured environment, advocating for families, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams. I am known for taking on families with the most challenging family dynamics and empowering them to become confident caregiver for their child with chronic illnesses.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Level 4, NICU

Children's Hospital Of Michigan
05.2003 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

Education

Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
12.2026

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
12.2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI
05.2005

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Caring for critically ill infants
  • Managed infants on ECMO
  • Managed infants on Cooling Protocol
  • Preceptor
  • Completed Premature baby class
  • Charge Nurse Experience
  • IV placement
  • Neonatal PICC line dressing change

Timeline

Registered Nurse Level 4, NICU

Children's Hospital Of Michigan
05.2003 - Current

Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Wayne State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy

Associate of Science - Nursing

Henry Ford College
Alaina Sanders