Alana Malcolm
Hamburg,NJ
Summary
REGISTERED NURSE | COSMETIC DERMATOLOGY & MEDICAL AESTHETICS
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse transitioning into cosmetic dermatology and medical aesthetics, with extensive experience in acute care and patient management. Expertise in infection prevention, treatment preparation, and clinical documentation. ILM-certified with hands-on training in aesthetic procedures, focused on delivering safe, personalized care and enhancing patient satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager / Discharge Planner
St. Clare's Health Hospital
Dover, NJ
2024.02 - Current
- Coordinate individualized patient care plans to support safe, effective, and timely transitions of care.
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to promote continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.
- Facilitate communication among patients, families, healthcare providers, and outside facilities.
- Support appropriate utilization of healthcare resources while promoting quality, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
- Provide patient-centered education and assist with discharge planning, referrals, and follow-up arrangements.
- Maintain accurate documentation and communicate clinical updates to the healthcare team.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Clare's Health Hospital
Dover, NJ
2023.09 - 2024.02
- Delivered direct nursing care, including patient assessment, medication administration, and ongoing monitoring.
- Performed IV insertions and blood draws while following established safety and infection-control protocols.
- Educated patients on postoperative care, recovery expectations, and health management.
- Provided postoperative care and education to bariatric surgery patients.
- Monitored intake and output, managed Foley catheters, and supported infection prevention.
- Documented patient conditions, interventions, and responses to treatment in the electronic medical record.
Registered Nurse, LTAC Respiratory and Wound Care Unit
Kindred Hospital
Dover, NJ
2022.09 - 2023.06
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients with complex medical, respiratory, and wound-care needs, ensuring tailored support for each individual.
- Evaluated patient status and monitored treatment responses, facilitating safe, individualized care and timely interventions.
- Delivered wound care and maintained infection-prevention standards.
- Administered medications and performed IV insertions and blood draws in accordance with clinical protocols.
- Informed patients and families about care plans, treatment expectations, and ongoing health needs, empowering them to participate actively in their care.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to optimize patient comfort, safety, and clinical outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Monroe College
Bronx, NYMBA - Business Administration And Management
LIM
New York, NYSkills
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Care coordination
- Patient evaluation
- Clear communication
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- ILM Certification and Training — Hands-on practice performed on a model
Timeline
RN Case Manager / Discharge Planner
St. Clare's Health Hospital
2024.02 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Clare's Health Hospital
2023.09 - 2024.02
Registered Nurse, LTAC Respiratory and Wound Care Unit
Kindred Hospital
2022.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Monroe College
MBA - Business Administration And Management
LIM