Alexa L. Feistel
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Healthcare professional prepared for nursing roles, bringing substantial experience in patient care and medical procedures. Highly focused on team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes, adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Expertise in patient assessment, care planning, and medical documentation, coupled with compassionate approach. To obtain a position as a Registered Nurse in a team-oriented setting utilizing my skills in numerous specialty certifications with 10+ years of experience as a RN, LPN, and CNA in diverse medical settings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN/BSN
UNIVERSITY BEHAVIORAL CENTER
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Play a critical role in supporting patients with mental health, alcohol, substance abuse and other behavioral disorders.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Dealing with Baker Act 52 patients.
- Handle codes while monitoring the safety of patients and support team members.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive treatment for behavioral health patients.
- Monitored vital signs and behavioral changes, ensuring timely intervention and adjustment of treatment protocols.
- Evaluated patient progress through regular assessments, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs and goals.
RN/PCU Neuro Unit
ADVENT HEALTH CELEBRATION HOSPITAL
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided care on a 40-bed inpatient unit for impairments including stroke, overdose, MI, Sickle Cell, wounds, etc. as well as Marchman and Baker Act patients.
- Participated in post-op procedures including cardiac catheterization, cardioversion, ablations, thrombectomies, dialysis and EKG Strip Interpretations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Member of multidisciplinary treatment team treating Narcan, insulin drips, Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, IVIG drips and blood transfusions.
- Gained EMR experience using EPIC and Sigma Care
- Trained and certified on NIH stroke monitoring and assessment.
- Administered time-critical medications including Tacro.
- Administered patient care plans, ensuring adherence to protocols and enhancing patient recovery outcomes.
- Assisted with safe discharges as well as transfers to other levels of care.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
RN/Staff Nurse, Emergency Short-Stay Unit
LIJ MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWELL
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided direct nursing care on a 30-bed unit overflow of Emergency Department and MICU during COVID pandemic increase in patient volume.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, maintaining calmness while executing critical care protocols.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
SURGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
07.2019 - 05.2020
- Participated in interdisciplinary team treatment of varied diagnoses including psychiatric, substance abuse-withdrawals, police custody, AFIB, post-op surgery, etc.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Implemented best practices in infection control, resulting in improved safety standards for residents.
Licensed Practical Nurse
ROSS NURSING HOME
08.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
PRIVATE AIDE FAMILY MEMBER LONG TERM CARE / HOSPICE
02.2014 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant - Care Manager
SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING
09.2016 - 04.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
THE HAMPTONS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION
04.2014 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant/CNA Supervisor
THE WATER’S EDGE
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Supervised 4 CNA’S monitoring 20+ patients in a rehabilitation facility
Education
Bachelor of Science cum laude - Nursing
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY
Garden City, NY01.2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY
Garden City, NY01.2018
Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES
Brentwood, NY01.2017
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Telemetry monitoring
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Cultural history
- Precepting
- Infection control measures
- Complex Problem-solving
- EMR / EHR
- Wound care
- Cardiac care
- Chronic disease management
- Long-term care
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- NYS Registered Professional Nurse License #811290-01; LPN #329855-1
- State of Florida Registered Nurse License #9628925 (5/23)
- AHA, BLS and ACLS
- CDC HIB Immunization
- QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Prevention
- Intelycare, COVID-19 for Nurses
- FEMA Incident Command System
- GWU Emergency/Disaster Response for Nurses
- Alzheimer’s Association essentiALZ
- COVID-19 Pulmonary, ARDS and Ventilator
- Level VII Stroke Assessment
- LIJ Diabetes Champion
- Newborn Screening for Critical Health
- Impaired Skin and Tissue Integrity
- NIH Neurological Disorders
Timeline
RN/BSN
UNIVERSITY BEHAVIORAL CENTER
10.2024 - 07.2025
RN/PCU Neuro Unit
ADVENT HEALTH CELEBRATION HOSPITAL
06.2023 - 12.2023
RN/Staff Nurse, Emergency Short-Stay Unit
LIJ MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWELL
08.2021 - 01.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
SURGE NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
07.2019 - 05.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
ROSS NURSING HOME
08.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant - Care Manager
SUNRISE ASSISTED LIVING
09.2016 - 04.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
THE HAMPTONS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION
04.2014 - 12.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
PRIVATE AIDE FAMILY MEMBER LONG TERM CARE / HOSPICE
02.2014 - 01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant/CNA Supervisor
THE WATER’S EDGE
12.2012 - 03.2014
Diploma, Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
EASTERN SUFFOLK BOCES
Bachelor of Science cum laude - Nursing
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
ADELPHI UNIVERSITY
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