Alana Maddox
Cumming,Georgia
Summary
Registered nurse with 17 years of extensive experience in diverse healthcare settings, dedicated to patient advocacy. Compassionate communicator and effective educator, adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to streamline care pathways and enhance patient understanding.
Overview
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Hematology Oncology Clinic RN
Emory Winship Cancer Institute
Johns Creek, GA
12.2023 - Current
- Prepare for clinic by verifying accuracy of chemotherapy orders, treatment plans, and schedules, while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
- Triage calls and messages for patients, delivering skilled emergency response to ensure timely care
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on conditions and treatments to enhance understanding and adherence
Circulator RN
Paragon Surgery Center
San Luis Obispo, CA
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided comprehensive nursing care throughout various cases including cataract extraction, intraocular lens implantation, laser-assisted cases, and microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) to enhance patient vision outcomes
- Managed all aspects of the surgical environment throughout plastic surgery cases, contributing to improved aesthetic results for patients
- Ensured optimal patient safety for various cardiac cases to support cardiac health and patient monitoring
Circulator RN
DLV Vision Center
Thousand Oaks, CA
06.2021 - 02.2023
- Coordinated patient care and staff activities across multiple departments for pre-op, PACU, and two ORs, ensuring seamless operational flow
- Provided intraoperative nursing care throughout cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation, enhancing patient visual outcomes
- Assisted in retinal cases including pneumatic retinopexy, sclera buckle, and vitrectomy, contributing to improved patient recovery
Circulator RN
Premier Surgery Center
Santa Maria, CA
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Assisted in cataract, retinal, and plastic surgery cases, facilitating efficient operations and enhancing patient care
- Managed patient flow and prepared operating rooms for surgical teams
- Assisted in maintaining sterile environments during various surgical procedures
Circulator RN
Oak Park Surgery Center
Arroyo Grande, CA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Manage all aspects of the surgical environment, while serving as the primary liaison between the sterile field and external support staff
- Provide intraoperative nursing care with various orthopedic, podiatry, plastic surgery, and cataract cases in a surgical environment
- Managed patient positioning and surgical site preparation utilizing aseptic technique to minimize infection risk
ER RN
Lompoc Valley Medical Center
Lompoc, CA
05.2020 - 10.2020
- Assessed patient conditions upon arrival in the emergency department
- Delivered comprehensive patient care in Covid unit, addressing critical health needs and supporting recovery
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
Circulator RN
Cypress Ambulatory Surgery Center
Santa Maria, CA
09.2018 - 05.2020
- Provided comprehensive nursing care throughout the preoperative process, providing thorough assessment and preparation
- Managed patient care through intra-operative circulation support
- Delivered post-anesthesia recovery care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes
Admission RN
Dignity Health Hospice
Santa Maria, CA
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Triage and care for critically ill patients in final stages of life, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support
- Educated families about end-of-life care options and available resources
NICU RN
NGMC
Gainesville, GA
03.2009 - 01.2012
- Executed specialized nursing care during the admission of neonates to the NICU
- Provided direct nursing care in a 26-bed, Level III NICU, supporting high-acuity infant needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing, Mercer University
Atlanta, GA01-2008
Perimeter College -
01-2006
North GA College & State University -
01-2004
Skills
- Chemotherapy certification
- Oncology residency completion
- Clinical judgment
- Telephone triage
- IV certification
- Proficient in Epic
- RN preceptor
- Team lead RN
- Circulator
- ONS/ONCC
Certification
- Registered Nurse, GA, RN #201421, 01/27
- Registered Nurse, CA, RN #95124965, 05/24
- ACLS certification, American Heart Association, 08/27
- BLS certification, American Heart Association, 08/27
- NRP certification, American Academy of Pediatrics
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Program course completion
- PALS certification, American Heart Association, 06/22
Timeline
Hematology Oncology Clinic RN
Emory Winship Cancer Institute
12.2023 - Current
Circulator RN
Paragon Surgery Center
08.2021 - 06.2023
Circulator RN
DLV Vision Center
06.2021 - 02.2023
Circulator RN
Premier Surgery Center
11.2020 - 07.2022
Circulator RN
Oak Park Surgery Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
ER RN
Lompoc Valley Medical Center
05.2020 - 10.2020
Circulator RN
Cypress Ambulatory Surgery Center
09.2018 - 05.2020
Admission RN
Dignity Health Hospice
05.2017 - 09.2018
NICU RN
NGMC
03.2009 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Baptist College of Nursing, Mercer University