Alejandra Gradiz
Dade City,FL
Summary
Considerate expert with passion for providing excellent patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify and implement patient-centered strategies to improve care quality and outcomes. Dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Floor Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
Lynchburg, VA
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
Lynchburg, VA
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Evaluated patient response and modified plan of care accordingly throughout patient stay.
- Supported departmental goals by participating in performance improvement initiatives related to orthopedic patient care outcomes.
- Ensured quality patient care through accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress notes in electronic medical records.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
Oncology Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Kingsport, TN
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Administered chemotherapy and other cancer treatments, ensuring accurate dosing and proper patient education.
- Coordinated complex care plans, working closely with case managers, social workers, and financial counselors to optimize patient outcomes.
- Developed individualized care plans to address the unique needs of each patient undergoing cancer treatment.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Flordia Baptist
Plant City, FL
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures..
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA Northside Hospital
Saint Petersburg , FL
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College - Tampa
Tampa, FL08.2021
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Physical assessments
- Healthcare regulations
- Clinical judgment
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Case Management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Floor Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Orthopedics Registered Nurse
Cross Country Healthcare
09.2023 - 12.2023
Oncology Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
05.2023 - 07.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Flordia Baptist
07.2022 - 05.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
HCA Northside Hospital
10.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rasmussen College - Tampa