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Alexandra DiPaolo

Parkesburg,PA

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with 7 years in the medical field. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and performing emergency interventions under pressure. Known for a compassionate, patient-centered approach with a strong commitment to improving patient outcomes. Seeking a challenging nursing role that promotes both professional growth and excellence in patient care.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Medical Technician

Westwood Fire Company
11.2019 - Current
  • Responded to high-acuity trauma calls, including MVCs, stabbings, gunshot wounds, and falls, providing critical on-scene care.
  • Performed primary and secondary assessments to identify life-threatening conditions; delivered essential interventions such as airway management, bleeding control, spinal immobilization, and CPR.

Registered Nurse, Medical ICU (MICU)

Reading Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided high-acuity care to patients with complex medical and surgical conditions, including pulmonary, cardiac, hepatorenal, trauma, and neurological cases.
  • Managed advanced critical care interventions such as mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, Swan-Ganz catheterization, ABG/ECG interpretation, and transcutaneous pacing.
  • Administered specialized therapies, including Targeted Temperature Management, CRRT, Peritoneal Dialysis, Mass Transfusion Protocols, and performed NIH Stroke Scale assessments to guide interdisciplinary care.

Registered Nurse, Neuro/Trauma Intermediate Care Unit (IMU)

Reading Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2023
  • Delivered post-operative care to neurosurgical and multi-trauma patients, including those recovering from orthopedic, abdominal, and thoracic surgeries; managed complex wounds, surgical drains, and neuro/cardiac monitoring.
  • Identified early signs of patient deterioration, initiated rescue interventions, and coordinated with ICU and rapid response teams to ensure timely escalation of care.
  • Served as charge nurse on a 21-bed unit and precepted new graduate nurses, providing clinical instruction and mentorship to support staff development.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA
01.2021

Skills

  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Calm and effective under pressure
  • Compassionate and patient-focused
  • Clear and professional communicator
  • Team player and adaptable
  • Detail-oriented and reliable

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical ICU (MICU)

Reading Hospital
07.2023 - 01.2025

Registered Nurse, Neuro/Trauma Intermediate Care Unit (IMU)

Reading Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2023

Emergency Medical Technician

Westwood Fire Company
11.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Drexel University

Associate in Applied Science - Nursing

Delaware County Community College

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