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Alena Sarkisov

Westbrook

Summary

Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Committed to delivering best patient care through effective education and counseling.













Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Maine Health
07.2014 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to newborns and their families.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Improved family bonding experiences by advocating for skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support during postpartum period.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during postpartum.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
  • Prevented infections by diligently adhering to proper hand hygiene standards as well as utilizing personal protective equipment when required.
  • Safeguarded patient health by diligently administering medications, vaccinations, and performing routine assessments according to established protocols.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to established policies, procedures, and evidence-based guidelines governing maternal and newborn nursing practice.
  • Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
  • Interacted with social workers and DHHS personnel in cases involving concerns about overall well-being.
  • Administered medications, blood products safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
05.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME
12.2013

Skills

  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Precepting students and new staff members
  • Direct patient care, assessment and discharge
  • Documentation and Charting

Certification

  • Certified in Maternal Newborn Nursing RNC-MNN, National Certification Corporation - June 14, 2019- June 15, 2025

Languages

Russian
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Maine Health
07.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Southern Maine

Associate of Science - Nursing

Southern Maine Community College
Alena Sarkisov