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ALEXANDER WASHINGTON

Phoenixville,PA

Summary

Dedicated ICU nurse with 2 years of experience on a MICU/SICU unit. Proven ability to manage critical care patients with strong clinical skills in monitoring, ventilator management, and emergency response. Team player focused on collaborative patient care and achieving optimal outcomes. Adaptable to dynamic environments, ensuring consistent high standards in patient safety and care.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ICU Nurse - MICU/SICU

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest
09.2023 - Current
  • Administered critical care interventions for diverse patient populations in high-pressure environments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to changes in patient conditions, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on post-ICU care, promoting understanding of recovery processes.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and facilitate timely interventions.
  • Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.

Student Nurse Externship

Bryn Mawr Hospital - PACU
06.2022 - 05.2023
  • Safely transported post-surgical patients to several different units. Admitted and prepped patients for surgery. Evaluated patients vital signs, weight, and I & O. Monitored patients for post-surgical complications. Safely ambulated and transferred patients. Started patients on IV fluids and obtained blood sugars. Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others. Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Student Nurse

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Spring 2021 - Fundamentals
  • Fall 2021 - Medical-surgery, Geriatrics
  • Spring 2022 - Labor & delivery, Pediatrics
  • Fall 2022 - Medical-surgery, Community
  • Spring 2023 - Medical-surgery (Critical care), Mental health
  • Obtained vital signs, height, weight and demographic data. Answered patient call lights and performed services that added to the physical well-being of the patient. Turned and positioned immobile patients safely while maintaining proper body alignment. Assisted patients with personal and daily care, such as bathing (bed bath, chair at sink, tub and shower), oral hygiene, and hair care. Implemented therapeutic communication with patients. Safely administered IV and oral medications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pennsylvania State University
Altoona, PA
05.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

Phoenixville Area High School
Phoenixville, PA
06.2019

Skills

  • Teamwork and Leadership
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Therapeutic Communication
  • Clinical Documentation
  • End-of-life care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Ventilator management
  • Advanced cardiac life support
  • Medical device monitoring

Certification

  • ACLS
  • AHA BLS Healthcare Providers CPR
  • Registered Nurse

Timeline

ICU Nurse - MICU/SICU

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest
09.2023 - Current

Student Nurse Externship

Bryn Mawr Hospital - PACU
06.2022 - 05.2023

Student Nurse

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
01.2021 - 05.2023

High School Diploma - undefined

Phoenixville Area High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pennsylvania State University

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