Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications and Awards
Clinical Experience
References
Certification
Accomplishments
Volunteer Work
Timeline
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Alexa Floren

Alexa Floren

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate nursing student with a strong foundation in healthcare principles and patient care. Proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments and effectively manage multiple responsibilities. Transitioning from a decade-long career in hospitality, bringing transferable skills in communication, critical thinking, and customer service to the healthcare field. Eager to leverage my strategic communication background and healthcare education to provide exceptional patient care.

Overview

8
years of professional experience

Work History

Le Papagayo
Carlsbad, CA

Server
01.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment
  • Delivered high-quality service with attention to detail, enhancing customer satisfaction

Yard House
San Diego, CA

Server
01.2017 - 01.2021

Job overview

  • Trained new team members and helped improve overall team performance
  • Demonstrated critical thinking under pressure while managing multiple tables and requests

Education

Azusa Pacific University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
03-2025

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Arts from Strategic Communications with a Marketing Focus
01.2020

Miracosta College

Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts/Social and Behavioral Science
01.2018

Skills

  • Patient Care and Safety
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time Management and Task Prioritization
  • Healthcare Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Adaptable and Eager to Learn
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient Education
  • Community health
  • Compassionate Care

Certifications and Awards

  • Dean's List, Pennsylvania State University
  • Top Sales Associate, California Water Sports

Clinical Experience

Sharp Rehab, UCSD Population Health, UCSD NBMU, Kaiser Medical Surgical, Rady's Childrens Hospital, Scripps LJ L&D

References

References and letters of recommendation available upon request.

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Team STEPPS Certified

Accomplishments

  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.

Volunteer Work

Community Outreach, Soup Kitchen, Church of St. Francis Assisi,

Provided compassionate care and support to community members in need., Assisted with meal preparation, serving, and ensuring a welcoming environment.

Timeline

Server

Le Papagayo
01.2021 - Current

Server

Yard House
01.2017 - 01.2021

Azusa Pacific University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Arts from Strategic Communications with a Marketing Focus

Miracosta College

Associate of Arts from Liberal Arts/Social and Behavioral Science
Alexa Floren