ALEX BATESON
Clinton Township,MI
Summary
Highly motivated and compassionate Practical Nurse (PN) Graduate / RN Candidate dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered care. Committed to Corewell Health's mission to "relentlessly pursue better health for everyone." Possesses proven critical thinking abilities, demonstrated by exceptional performance and near-perfect clinical evaluation scores across diverse specialties. Eager to apply a deep understanding of complex symptom management and professional advocacy within a demanding clinical environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Front-of-House Manager
Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Operational Leadership: Managed daily restaurant operations (scheduling, inventory, conflict resolution), demonstrating ability to maintain quality and safety in high-pressure environments.
- Team Development: Hired, trained, and mentored service staff, fostering a unified team approach that translates to effective interprofessional collaboration.
- (Server: 2018-2020): Gained valuable experience in high-pace service delivery and professional customer relations.
PCT, Phlebotomist, & Mental Health Technician
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Maintained foundational acute care skills, including ADLs, vital sign monitoring, skilled venipuncture, and therapeutic communication in behavioral health crisis management.
Education
Program - Practical Nurse (PN) Licensure Only
Abcott Institute
Southfield, MI11.2025
Skills
- HARD SKILLS (Clinical & Technical): EHR Documentation (Epic, 2 Years Experience), Aseptic Technique, Wound Care, IV Insertion, Phlebotomy, Telemetry & EKG Interpretation (Basic), Medication Administration & Safeties
- SOFT SKILLS (Interpersonal & Professional): Leadership & Operational Management, Patient Advocacy, Interprofessional Communication, Conflict Resolution & De-escalation, High Attention to Detail & Accuracy, Cultural Competence & Teamwork
Certification
PN Licensure (Pending Nov 2025) | RN License (Goal 2028) | BLS/CPR (AHA) Exp. 2026-08
Timeline
Front-of-House Manager
Bigalora Wood Fired Cucina
01.2020 - 01.2022
PCT, Phlebotomist, & Mental Health Technician
01.2010 - 01.2015
Program - Practical Nurse (PN) Licensure Only
Abcott Institute
SELECTED CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (Approx. 400 Total Hours)
- Autumn Woods Health Care Facility (Warren, MI) — High-Acuity Skills
- Advanced skills in tracheostomy/vent management, dialysis support, and neurological assessment (Glasgow Coma Scale).
- Henry Ford Medical Center - Fairlane (Dearborn, MI) — Foundational Assessment
- Mastered systematic head-to-toe and focused assessments to guide immediate clinical interventions.
- Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital (Farmington Hills, MI) — Nursing Fundamentals
- Mastered holistic care delivery (ADLs, swallowing assessments), and prioritized patient rapport and application of medical terminology in an acute setting.
- Key Clinical Accomplishments: Consistently achieved near-perfect evaluation scores across all major clinical rotations, reflecting commitment to mastering skills and adhering to best practices. Developed critical thinking for timely recognition of patient deterioration and efficient intervention deployment. Training included Pediatric and OB/Women's Health Simulation Clinicals.