Alejandra M Garcia BSN, RN
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Bilingual Registered Nurse with 15+ years of progressive experience in school health, acute care, perioperative, and long-term settings. Recently trained and certified in Telehealth Triage Nursing. Recognized for delivering patient-centered care, mentoring new nurses, and optimizing workflows to improve patient outcomes. Known for strong clinical judgment, collaborative teamwork, and dedication to quality and safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
NISD - Bonnie Ellison Elementary School
San Antonio, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Sole nurse responsible for managing health services for a campus of 800+ students and staff.
- Provide direct care, assessment, and intervention for acute and chronic health issues.
- Provide emergency care and coordinate with EMS.
- Maintain accurate health records, immunization compliance, and medication logs in accordance with district and state regulations.
- Collaborate with the administration to develop and implement Section 504 health-related accommodations.
- Promote health education through classroom presentations.
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Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital
San Antonio, TX
10.2016 - 07.2022
- Precepted up to 10 nursing residents annually, supporting evidence-based clinical growth.
- Coordinated perioperative care across multiple surgical specialties, with a focus on kidney transplants.
- Ensured sterile technique and surgical readiness per AORN standards.
- Responded to urgent situations, initiating rapid response and Code Blue protocols.
- Advocated for patient safety by ensuring correct positioning, aseptic technique, and protection of human rights during procedures.
Charge Nurse
Cibolo Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation
San Antonio, TX
11.2010 - 10.2016
- Supervised 5–7 CNAs and managed long-term care for geriatric patients.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians and families.
- Trained new nurses, reinforcing infection control and patient safety.
- Promoted from LVN to RN in 2016; returned post-licensure to resume leadership responsibilities.
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Antonio Aids Foundation SAAF
San Antonio, TX
07.2010 - 11.2010
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients living with HIV and Hepatitis C.
- Educated patients on treatment adherence and infection prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL05.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hallmark University
San Antonio, TX04.2016
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
San Antonio, TX05.2010
Licenses
TX State Licensed Registered Nurse since June 2016
TX State Licensed Vocational Nurse July 2010 - January 2025, allowed to lapse
Certifications
- Telehealth Triage Nursing- Certified (trained by Rosa Colon, RN, 2024)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- Stop the Bleed – Certified
- Texas Department of State Health Services Vision & Hearing Screening – Certified
- Spot Vision Screener – Trained Operator
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Technical Skills:
Nursing Triage Protocols (Schmitt-Thompson Protocols), Electronic Health Records (Ntime, eSchool Plus, Meditech ), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), Google Suite, Canva - Core Competencies:
Patient Advocacy, Mentorship, Infection Control, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Timeline
School Nurse
NISD - Bonnie Ellison Elementary School
08.2022 - Current
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Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital
10.2016 - 07.2022
Charge Nurse
Cibolo Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation
11.2010 - 10.2016
Licensed Vocational Nurse
San Antonio Aids Foundation SAAF
07.2010 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hallmark University
Associate of Science - Licensed Vocational Nursing
Galen College of Nursing