Alexa Wegener
Milwaukee ,WI
Summary
Motivated professional with hands-on clinical and work experience providing quality patient care in a variety of healthcare settings. Eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and organizational skills. Adept in patient advocacy and empathetic care, and collaborates effectively with healthcare team members. Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) to document patient data, maintain medical records, and track treatment progress. Excels in high-pressure environments and is dedicated to promoting optimal health and improving the quality of life for patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Intern
Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Assists in the coordination and delivery of patient-centered care
- Works throughout various units in the hospital to acquire diverse critical thinking skills and practical experience
- Performs skills within nurse intern scope of care lists leading to appropriate and timely interventions
- Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure optimal outcomes for patients
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eastcastle Place
07.2021 - Current
- Facilitates ADLs while maintaining respect and dignity of patient
- Evaluates patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
- Helps maintain positive environment by providing encouragement and support to residents
Respite Caregiver
St. Francis Children's Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided care to young boy with severe cerebral palsy, assisting with all transfers, personal hygiene, and exercise activities
- Helped with feedings and medication administration via patient's gastrostomy tube
- Assist in creating therapeutic environment for patient by implementing appropriate developmental activities and routines
Swim Instructor
YMCA
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Taught and accommodated the needs of large groups
- Learned how to manage stressful and potentially hazardous situations using calm, collected approaches
- Communicated with parents and guardians about student progress and challenges
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Skills
Problem-solver
Collaborative co-worker
Detail-oriented
Good interpersonal skills
Quick and eager learner
Strong communication
Certification
- CPR Certified - expires July 2024
- BLS Certified - expires July 2024
- STOP THE BLEED Certified
- Mental Health First Aide Responder
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Dean's List (Fall 2020-Fall 2022)
- Honors Degree (Pending graduation - May 2024)
- Summa cum laude (Pending graduation - May 2024)
Timeline
Nurse Intern
Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Eastcastle Place
07.2021 - Current
Respite Caregiver
St. Francis Children's Center
07.2021 - 01.2022
Swim Instructor
YMCA
05.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
- CPR Certified - expires July 2024
- BLS Certified - expires July 2024
- STOP THE BLEED Certified
- Mental Health First Aide Responder
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Dean's List (Fall 2020-Fall 2022)
- Honors Degree (Pending graduation - May 2024)
- Summa cum laude (Pending graduation - May 2024)
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