Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Aleksandra To

2660 Brighton Bluff Dr, Apex,NC

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented intermediate care nurse with one year of experience delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, hemodynamic monitoring, and critical decision-making in fast-paced environments. Adept at coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes, and ensure seamless transitions of care. Passionate about patient advocacy, continuous learning, and fostering a supportive healthcare environment.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse II (CN II)

UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
03.2024 - Current
  • RN at Medicine Progressive Care Unit (MPCU)
  • Manage a caseload of three critically ill patients, providing comprehensive nursing care and monitoring.
  • Assess the patient's health status, including vital signs, physical exams, and medical history.
  • Administer medications, IV therapy, and blood products while monitoring patient responses.
  • Provide advanced wound care and pressure ulcer prevention.
  • Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Utilize EPIC EHR to document patient care and communicate with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Educate patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and discharge planning.
  • Participate in continuous professional development, staying abreast of the latest nursing practices and standards.

Lead Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
Valley Cottage , NY
05.2004 - 01.2011
  • Supervised pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Helped maintain a clean and organized workspace for optimal efficiency during high-volume periods.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
  • Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Promoted teamwork among pharmacy staff, fostering a collaborative environment for improved productivity.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

University of North Carolina – School of Nursing
Chapel Hill, NC
08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - English

Wyzsza Szkola Zarzadzania Marketingowego i Jezykow Obcych
Katowice, Poland
05.2000

Skills

  • Patient Care and Assessment
  • Hemodynamic monitoring and disease management
  • Ventilator management
  • Tracheostomy management
  • PEG tube management
  • Chest tube management
  • Drain management
  • Sepsis recognition and management
  • Blood transfusions and lab result interpretation
  • IV therapy and medication administration
  • Central line care
  • Arterial line care
  • PICC care
  • Wound care
  • Pressure ulcer prevention
  • Rapid response activation and participation
  • EPIC EHR system proficiency
  • Problem-solving in high-pressure situations
  • Prioritization and time management in a fast-paced setting
  • Transition of care coordination
  • Leadership and mentorship

Certification

  • North Carolina Registered Nurse, License No.361423
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association

Accomplishments

  • Successfully completed the Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program at UNC Medical Center, enhancing clinical competence and transition-to-practice skills.
  • Precepted three nursing students, fostering their critical thinking, clinical skills, and confidence in a fast-paced Medicine Progressive Care Unit (MPCU).
  • Selected for charge nurse training based on leadership potential and strong clinical judgment, but chose to focus on bedside care.

Languages

Polish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • American Association of Critical­Care Nurses

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinical Nurse II (CN II)

UNC Medical Center
03.2024 - Current

Lead Pharmacy Technician

Rite Aid Pharmacy
05.2004 - 01.2011

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

University of North Carolina – School of Nursing

Bachelor of Arts - English

Wyzsza Szkola Zarzadzania Marketingowego i Jezykow Obcych

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