Alayna Duncan
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner graduate (May 2026) with four years of Emergency Department nursing experience, including Charge Nurse and Trauma Nurse roles. Clinically trained across urgent care, pediatric primary care, and family practice, with a strong foundation in acute assessment, clinical decision-making, and patient-centered care across the lifespan. Brings a high level of autonomy, teamwork, and adaptability to fast-paced clinical environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Trained Unit Charge Nurse responsible for managing daily staffing, patient assignments and incoming EMS radio calls.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for patients in the Emergency Room.
- Triage and assess patients promptly, ensuring timely and appropriate care based on the severity of their condition.
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs, responses to interventions, and changes in condition.
- Assist in emergency medical procedures, such as intubation, chest tube insertion, and central line placement.
- Participate in the orientation and training of new staff members.
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Oncology/Medsurg Unit
- Obtain vital signs, blood sugars, lab draws, EKG’s, toileting, bathing, foley care, and CHG baths for 15-29 patients a day.
- Responsible for hourly rounding on all patients and reporting any abnormalities to the registered nurse assigned to the patient.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia, VA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia, VA05-2022
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing (ADN)
Riverside College of Health Careers
Newport News, VA12-2021
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Time management
- Patient-Centered Care
- Treatment Planning
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
Certification
- Registered Nurse BSRN, Virginia Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association
- TNCC Provider (Trauma Nurse Core Course)
- Ultrasound Guided PIV Certified
- Telehealth Certification for Presenters & Coordinators Program
Center for Telehealth Innovation, Education & Research (C-TIER)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Nursing Care Partner
Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital
03.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Science - Family Practice Nursing
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Old Dominion University
Associate of Science - Professional Nursing (ADN)
Riverside College of Health Careers
Computer Programs
Proficient in EPIC charting system. Proficient in Microsoft Products including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access and Outlook. Understand the use of social networks.
Awards/Honors
- 2023 Nurse Excellence Novice Nurse Nominee
- Unit Daisy Award 2025
FNP Graduate Clinical Experience
- Pediatric Primary Care - Eastern Shore Rural Health Center
Completed 83 hours with Debra Murray NP-C. Provided supervised primary care to pediatric patients, including well-child visits, acute and chronic condition management, and preventive care. Performed assessments, documentation, and patient/family education in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Family Primary Care - Riverside Commonwealth Practice
Completed 70 hours with Rosalind Grace-Ann Green-Rhoden, FNP. Delivered supervised, evidence-based primary care to adult patients, focusing on disease prevention, health promotion, and management of common acute and chronic conditions.
- Home Health Primary Care- Harmony Cares
Completed 98 hours with Donna Ludwig, NP. Provided supervised home-based primary care, conducting in-home assessments, managing acute and chronic conditions, and delivering preventive care to reduce emergency department utilization and hospitalizations.
- Urgent Care and Family Practice - Minor Emergency and Family Care Center
Completed 126 hours with Dottie Tadder, FNP. Plan to complete another 96 hours this final semester of school. Delivered supervised urgent care with integrated primary care, performing focused assessments, interpreting X-rays, initiating treatment plans, and providing patient education and follow-up.
- STI Clinic and Women's Health - Virginia Health Department
Plans to complete 72 hours with Dr. Jill Flood, MD prior to graduation in May 2026. Delivering supervised public health primary care, conducting STD testing and treatment, women’s health assessments, and preventive screenings in accordance with evidence-based guidelines.