ALEXANDER BARKSTER, RN BSN
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with years of experience helping patients in the time of need, with a background in healthcare with years of experience in the inpatient, clinic and outpatient setting. My goal is to continuously make patients feel comfortable while monitoring for any medical complications and technical problems. An exceptional leader with an aptitude for collaboration and communication. Aiming to leverage my experience and knowledge to effectively execute professional nursing and contribute to the company in all positive aspects of caring for my patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Adult Trach/ Ventilators)
Exceptional Living Centers (Allis Care Center)
04.2020 - Current
- Makes daily rounds on assigned unit
- Ensures proper communication of resident care matters
- Ensures provision of resident care
- This includes but is not limited to: developing appropriate and consistent care assignments with modifications, as necessary, monitoring care given and task completion, and providing care by taking/ recording vital signs, food intake and output, properly administering medication, and using medical equipment and supplies, as needed
- Maintain airway patency by giving tracheostomy care
- Administering g-tube feedings
- Responding accordingly to high-low pressure alarms
- Maintains proper documentation
- This includes but is not limited to: completing required documentation of care and services delivered during shift, assessments, special circumstances, change(s) in condition, and accident/incident reports
- Reports relevant information to the Director of Nursing/designee including but not limited to interdisciplinary team functioning and communication, etc.
Registered Nurse (13-Week Contract) (Central WI Center)
Worldwide Travel Staffing, Limited
01.2024 - 04.2024
- As a professional nurse, you will be responsible for the application of the nursing process in meeting health care needs of the residents at CWC
- You will work in close collaboration with the unit lead nurse and the interdisciplinary team to provide active treatment, including a holistic approach to health care, to promote care excellence across the lifespan
- You will have responsibility for directing /coaching staff regarding the diverse safety and health care needs of individuals who have intellectual and developmental disabilities
- You will oversee all nursing care provided by the Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Aurora Advocate (St. Lukes Medical Center)
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals
- Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients
- Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications
- Working with PCA pain pumps, epidural catheters
- Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs
- Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements (Intake & Output measurement records/EKG strip interpretation)
- Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner
- Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team
- Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care
- Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse (Rehabilitation/Skilled Unit)
Newcastle Place
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed the care for max 18 geriatric/rehabilitative patients alongside a Nursing Supervisor and several delegated CNA's
- Prepared and administered controlled substances via oral, sublingual, intradermal, sub-Q, topical, and inhalation routes, and served as key holder of the drug inventory and supply
- Utilized aseptic and clean techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing application
- Performed functional assessments and physical examinations for patients upon admission and discharge, and reported changes in patient condition to ensure that issues requiring immediate attention were addressed
- Oversaw CNA's duties; delegated shift assignments, charted shift events, and communicated with RN supervisor and physicians to ensure adequate coverage was maintained for the floor
- Established and maintained open lines of communications between healthcare team and patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant ( 8-Week Contract) Select Specialty
Fusion Medical Staffing
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Performing services for the patient involving bathing using basin-less bath products, oral hygiene, oral feeding and care of hair
- Answering patient lights and performing services in a timely manner that adds to the physical wellbeing of the patient
- Participating in hourly rounds
- Transporting patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary; assisting transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs
- Maintaining the cleanliness of various instruments and equipment such as bedpans, urinals and wheelchairs
- Keeping the patient's rooms in clean and orderly condition, including making beds
- Maintaining unit stock levels of supplies and equipment as directed.
Dialysis Technician (Outpatient Clinic)
DaVita
09.2016 - 08.2019
- Perform & record patient observations (vital signs- BP, pulse, respirations, weight, etc.)
- Obtain blood samples/culture specimens & prepared for shipment
- Perform venipuncture of dialysis access using aseptic technique
- Calculated & adjusted fluid removal rates of patients per protocol & prescription
- Administered heparin & Saline to patient as needed
- Performed sterile and non-sterile dressing changes of catheter site
- Collaborated with RN in identifying & meeting patient education goals.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Nursing Home)
Cameo Care Center
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Assists the RN with the daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, repositioning, ambulation, and feeding
- Maintains and orders stock for nursing area; cleans equipment and work areas
- Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices
- I was able to demonstrate and perform the basic nursing skill that were used to assist the RN.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Neuro/Stroke Unit)
St. Lukes Medical Center
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Provides direct basic patient care in the clinical setting under the daily direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN)
- Performs delegated tasks in the patient care setting that support the environment of patient care
- Assists the RN with the daily care of patients
- Maintain timely and accurate computer and written documentation per facility policy
- Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Herzing University
Brookfield, WI07.2022
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI08.2019
High School Diploma -
Wisconsin Lutheran High School
Milwaukee, WI05.2015
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse (13-Week Contract) (Central WI Center)
Worldwide Travel Staffing, Limited
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Aurora Advocate (St. Lukes Medical Center)
01.2023 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse (Adult Trach/ Ventilators)
Exceptional Living Centers (Allis Care Center)
04.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse (Rehabilitation/Skilled Unit)
Newcastle Place
09.2019 - 02.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant ( 8-Week Contract) Select Specialty
Fusion Medical Staffing
08.2019 - 10.2019
Dialysis Technician (Outpatient Clinic)
DaVita
09.2016 - 08.2019
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Nursing Home)
Cameo Care Center
03.2016 - 08.2016
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (Neuro/Stroke Unit)
St. Lukes Medical Center
10.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Herzing University
Diploma in Practical Nursing -
Herzing University
High School Diploma -
Wisconsin Lutheran High School