Alexandra Newberry-Saccoccio, BSN
East Greenwich,RI
Summary
Driven and hardworking veteran acute care Registered Nurse with long term care experience bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing an over ten year record of success in nursing and desiring the per diem school nurse position for Coventry School Department. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Strong written and verbal communication and assessment skills. A strong desire to be a part of a supportive team of compassionate educators and caregivers. A willingness to learn and acquire any certifications or continuing education relevant to the role. A keen interest in childhood development and pediatric nursing and a love for children and adolescents.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth's Green Houses
12.2021 - Current
- Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Accurately document treatments, medications and transfers to doctors appointments and hospital.
- Advocate for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
04.2014 - 03.2017
- Endoscopy Unit
- Reviewed patient charts to ensure all proper documentation has been completed before procedures in collaboration with physician as well as updating procedure codes to ensure charts are completed properly
- Inserted peripheral IV, obtained blood sample if needed for pre-op lab work, started IV infusions of fluids pre-op
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered moderate sedation during endoscopic procedures
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Assisted in advanced endoscopic procedures such as ERCPs and esophageal ablations in operating room
- Booked procedure on nights and weekends and collaborates with gastroenterologist and nursing supervisor to ensure all equipment and staff are available during off peak hours when on call
- Assisted with other procedures such as Bronchoscopy, cardioversion, nerve block, and TEE often traveling to ICU, ED, and main OR.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL
03.2013 - 04.2014
- Care and advocate for adult patients requiring critical care with the following conditions: sepsis, pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, cancer, stroke post TPA, MI, cardiogenic shock, hypertensive crisis, cardiac arrhythmias, recovery of surgical patients, anaphylaxis, and vented patients
- Floated to surgical ICU (SICU), and cardiac care unit (CCU)
- Care and advocate for patients requiring comfort care at end of life along with providing support to their families.
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
09.2008 - 03.2013
- Cared and advocated for patients with the following cardiac issues: congestive heart failure, myocardial infarctions, pulmonary embolisms, deep vein thrombosis, pace makers, cardiac arrhythmias and strokes
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Cared and advocated for patients with the following medical issues: diabetes, pneumonia, influenza, complicated wounds and pleural effusions
- Cared and advocated for patients with the following surgical issues: bowel obstructions, gall bladder disease, prostate resections, hip fractures and repair, knee repairs, GI bleeding, chest tubes, gastric tubes, colostomies, and appendicitis
- Acted as Charge Nurse and ensured safe and fare assignment of patients to nurses
- Took on role of Preceptor to new nurses
Home Med Monitor Nurse
VNS OF NEWPORT AND BRISTOL COUNTY
01.2011 - 11.2011
- Per diem
- Monitor client’s vital signs from central station
- Follow up with phone call to patients with abnormal readings or absent readings
- Report issues to case managers, primary doctors, or cardiologist
- Assess client’s current conditions with phone calls to primary contact if client is unable to answer phone or has cognitive or sensory impairments
Float Pool Staff Nurse
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
01.2008 - 09.2008
- Care and advocate for patients with the following cardiac issues: congestive heart failure, myocardial infarctions, pulmonary embolisms, deep vein thrombosis, pace makers, cardiac arrhythmias and strokes
- Care and advocate for patients with the following medical issues: diabetes, pneumonia, influenza, complicated wounds and pleural effusions
- Care and advocate for patients with the following surgical issues: bowel obstructions, gall bladder disease, prostate resections, hip fractures and repair, knee repairs, GI bleeding, and appendicitis
- Care and advocate for patients during acute rehabilitation post illness
- Care and advocate for post-partum patients and their babies
Nursing Student Intern Emergency Dept.
RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL
06.2007 - 12.2007
- Assisted Registered Nurse using technical skills while learning in critical care environment
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salve Regina University
Newport, RI2012
Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI12.2007
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practioner
New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI 09.2024 - Current
Skills
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Proficient in peripheral IV insertion and infusion
- Patient Care Assessment
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- EMRs used- Point Click Care, Life Charts (Epic), Super user for Provation (GI documentation)
- Experienced in critical care nursing
- Skilled in interdisciplinary communication
Timeline
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practioner
New England Institute of Technology
09.2024 - Current
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth's Green Houses
12.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Endoscopy
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
04.2014 - 03.2017
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
THE MIRIAM HOSPITAL
03.2013 - 04.2014
Home Med Monitor Nurse
VNS OF NEWPORT AND BRISTOL COUNTY
01.2011 - 11.2011
Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
09.2008 - 03.2013
Float Pool Staff Nurse
NEWPORT HOSPITAL
01.2008 - 09.2008
Nursing Student Intern Emergency Dept.
RHODE ISLAND HOSPITAL
06.2007 - 12.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Salve Regina University
Associates Degree of Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Rhode Island
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