Alexandra Myers
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse (BSN) with acute-care experience and a focus on psychiatric and behavioral health nursing. Pursuing a Master's in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) at D'Youville University, emphasizing mental health assessment, psychopharmacology, and individualized treatment planning. Skilled in patient assessment, medication management, clinical decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration, seeking a per diem RN role to enhance expertise in psychiatric care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, BSN
Kaleida Health — Gates Vascular Institute
Buffalo, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with complex medical conditions in acute-care and step-down settings, utilizing clinical judgment, assessment skills, and the nursing process to identify and respond to changes in patient condition.
- Conduct ongoing physical and psychosocial assessments, communicating significant findings to physicians and interdisciplinary team members to enhance patient care.
- Administer medications and treatments per provider orders and nursing standards, monitoring for therapeutic responses and adverse effects to ensure patient safety.
- Monitor patients receiving multiple medications and evaluate changes in condition, vital signs, laboratory results, and overall response to treatment.
- Educate patients and families on medications, treatment plans, health conditions, safety, and follow-up care to empower informed health decisions.
- Assess patients' emotional well-being and provide therapeutic communication, reassurance, education, and support during stressful or vulnerable periods of hospitalization.
- Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with patients, families, providers, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, patient responses, and changes in clinical status within the electronic medical record.
- Recognize changes in patient behavior, cognition, emotional status, and overall condition and communicate concerns promptly to appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Work effectively in high-acuity environments requiring sound judgment, prioritization, attention to detail, and rapid response to changes in patient condition.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to promote safe and coordinated patient care.
OB Float / CVICU Student Nurse
Kaleida Health
Buffalo, NY
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted patient assessments, monitored vital signs, performed EKGs, documented clinical information, and collected relevant data to support comprehensive patient care.
- Engaged with patients and healthcare professionals to gather accurate medical histories, facilitating personalized care plans.
- Prepared and monitored patients before and after medical procedures, ensuring readiness and safety throughout the process.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical records and demonstrated attention to detail in documentation.
- Developed foundational skills in therapeutic communication, patient education, clinical observation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Medical Assistant
Great Lakes Cardiovascular
Buffalo, NY
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Obtained vital signs, performed EKGs, collected patient histories, and documented clinical information in the electronic medical record.
- Assisted with patient preparation and coordinated care with providers and clinical staff to enhance patient experience and support treatment plans.
- Ensured accuracy of patient records in the electronic medical system.
- Facilitated communication with patients about medical concerns, appointments, and healthcare needs to ensure clarity and understanding.
- Cultivated strong communication and patient-service skills through direct interactions with individuals facing diverse health concerns.
Licensed Massage Therapist
Self-Employed
New York, NY
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted client consultations to assess medical history, current concerns, and individual health goals, enhancing personalized treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication and active listening to build strong rapport, ensuring tailored care and improved client satisfaction.
- Facilitated client consultations to gather comprehensive medical histories and health concerns.
- Maintained detailed client documentation and monitored treatment responses, facilitating ongoing adjustments to maximize therapeutic effectiveness.
- Provided education regarding stretching, strengthening, body mechanics, and strategies to support recovery and overall wellness.
Licensed Massage Therapist
The Village Browery
Williamsville, NY
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Built therapeutic relationships through active listening and personalized care, enhancing client trust and engagement.
- Assessed range of motion and muscle function to identify client needs.
- Conducted client consultations to gather medical histories and address current health concerns, ensuring tailored treatment plans.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation and tracked client responses to treatment, facilitating informed adjustments to care plans.
- Provided individualized education regarding stretching, strengthening, and wellness strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
D'Youville University
320 Porter Avenue, Buffalo, NY 1420105-2028
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University At Buffalo
3435 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 1421405-2024
Massage Therapy Certification -
New York Institute of Massage
Williamsville, NY01-2019
Regents Diploma -
Williamsville East High School
151 Paradise Road, East Amherst, NY 1405101-2014
Skills
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing / PMHNP Student
- Psychosocial & Patient Assessment
- Psychotropic Medication Awareness
- Patient Safety & Crisis Recognition
- Individualized Care Planning
- Patient & Family Education
- Emotional Support & Compassionate Care
- Therapeutic communication
- Clinical Judgment & Critical Thinking
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Documentation Management
- Complex Patient Care
- Vital Signs & Clinical Monitoring
- BLS / CPR / ACLS
- NYS RN License & Driver's License
Certification
New York State Registered Nurse License, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, New York State Driver's License, New York State Massage Therapy License
Timeline
Registered Nurse, BSN
Kaleida Health — Gates Vascular Institute
06.2024 - Current
OB Float / CVICU Student Nurse
Kaleida Health
06.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Assistant
Great Lakes Cardiovascular
03.2022 - 06.2023
Licensed Massage Therapist
Self-Employed
01.2021 - 01.2022
Licensed Massage Therapist
The Village Browery
05.2019 - 01.2021
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
D'Youville University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University At Buffalo
Massage Therapy Certification -
New York Institute of Massage
Regents Diploma -
Williamsville East High School