Alexandra Houghton
Richmond,VA
Summary
Dedicated Nurse offering 4 years of success in providing superior patient care and clinician support. Well-versed in all aspects of bedside nursing with proven history of collaborating with medical personnel to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Focused on continuous self and team improvement of patience care quality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Chippenham Hospital
Richmond, VA
02.2020 - Current
- 2 years Cardiothoracic Step Down and 2+ years CVICU experience
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately in a cardiovascular ICU
- Administered medications and performed IV titration, hemodynamic monitoring, provided ventilator management
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Waitress
Bakers Crust
Richmond, VA
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
Waitress
Chili's Bar and Grill
Richmond, VA
11.2013 - 12.2017
- Took orders for food and drinks and delivered them to guests.
- Checked back with customers throughout meal service to ensure satisfaction.
- Assisted in seating guests at tables or booths.
- Greeted customers and provided menus.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
12.2019
High School Diploma -
Matoaca High School
12.2012
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Open Heart Care Training
- ECMO Care Training
- Clinical Leadership
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Clinical Quality Improvement
- Mentoring
- Team Development and Support
Certification
- American Red Cross BLS/ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Chippenham Hospital
02.2020 - Current
Waitress
Bakers Crust
12.2018 - 01.2020
Waitress
Chili's Bar and Grill
11.2013 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
John Tyler Community College
High School Diploma -
Matoaca High School