Alexandra Sherwood
Hudson,FL
Summary
Compassionate ADON with proven ability to complete tasks efficiently and maintain high productivity levels. Skilled in patient care management, staff development, and regulatory compliance. Excel at communication, leadership, and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations within healthcare settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ADON/IP
Madison Pointe Care Center
New Port Richey, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Managed recruitment process for new nursing staff, including interviewing and orientation.
- Collaborated with other ADONs to develop and implement policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, mentorship, and support to newly hired nurses.
- Assisted in the development of clinical competency programs for staff.
- Facilitated monthly meetings with nursing staff to review changes in policies, procedures, or standards of care.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive infection prevention plans for medical staff, patients, and visitors.
ICU RN Staff Nurse
Adventist Health System
Tarpon Springs, FL
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention and management of chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
RN Case Manager
Life Care Center
New Port Richey, FL
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding patient care needs and progress toward goals.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Developed discharge plans for patients transitioning from acute care settings to home or alternate facilities.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for additional support services.
RN Unit Manager
Life Care Center
New Port Richey, FL
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, PCU
Medical Center of Trinity
Trinity, FL
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Assessed and evaluated patient health conditions to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care, including medication administration and wound management.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, collected specimens, and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
RN Staff Nurse
Life Care Center
New Port Richey, FL
12.2015 - 02.2019
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
- Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed triage assessments of patients in the emergency room.
CNA
Life Care Center
New Port Richey, FL
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
CNA
St Mark Village
Palm Harbor , FL
08.2003 - 03.2014
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2034
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge Nursing School
Tampa, FL12-2014
Skills
- Care plan development
- Patient care management
- Healthcare administration
- Quality improvement
- Staff development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical leadership
- Nursing supervision
- Nurse education and training
- Quality control
- Long-term care
- Recruiting and hiring
- Clinical documentation
- Quality assurance
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ADON/IP
Madison Pointe Care Center
05.2023 - Current
ICU RN Staff Nurse
Adventist Health System
09.2021 - 05.2023
RN Case Manager
Life Care Center
01.2020 - 09.2021
RN Unit Manager
Life Care Center
02.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse, PCU
Medical Center of Trinity
01.2016 - 01.2020
RN Staff Nurse
Life Care Center
12.2015 - 02.2019
CNA
Life Care Center
03.2014 - 12.2015
CNA
St Mark Village
08.2003 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Breckenridge Nursing School
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