Alexandra Shugart, BSN, RN, CBC, RNC-MNN
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Northside Hospital Atlanta, specializing in neonatal and mother-baby care. Expert in clinical supervision and patient care, demonstrating leadership by mentoring new staff. Adaptability and detail-oriented observation led to enhanced patient outcomes. Skilled in medication administration and fostering positive patient experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Permanent Preceptor Charge Nurse
09.2023 - Current
- Analyzed care delivery effectiveness through clinical outcome monitoring.
- Provided guidance and support during crisis situations involving patients or families.
- Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Relief Anchor RN
Northside Hospital Atlanta
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to plan and implement medical interventions for newborns.
- Monitored vital signs, including temperature, heart rate, and blood pressure for newborns.
- Assessed the health and condition of neonatal patients in order to develop individualized care plans.
Shared Governance Member
Northside Hospital Atlanta
01.2024 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse III
Northside Atlanta Mother Baby
Atlanta, USA
10.2020 - Current
- Patient load typically 4-5 couplets (care of both mother and baby)
- Medications include but not limited to narcotics, PCA, IV antibiotics, oral/intravenous analgesics, insulin, SSRIs, etc
- Competent in implementing protocols per MD’s orders (hemorrhages, hypertensive crisis, etc
- Manage care from admission to discharge, including assessments, care planning, education, and discharge support for both mother, support person, and baby
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, post-partum self-care, and infant care
- Experience with COVID-19 (+) patients and competent in providing adequate care while correctly donned in appropriate PPE
Student Nurse
Georgia Southern University
, USA
08.2018 - 05.2020
- Experience in Medical-Surgical, psychiatric, obstetrics, ICU, CVICU, Pediatric ICU, Pediatric Specialty Unit (was scheduled preceptorship), emergency department, and trauma
- Experience sites were Memorial Hospital and St
- Josephs/Candler Hospitals in Savannah, GA
- Other sites include East Georgia Medical Center (Statesboro, GA)
Patient Care Tech/Nurse Extern
Northside Cherokee Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby
Cherokee, USA
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Set up delivery rooms and present for vaginal and c/s deliveries
- Assisted with care for mother during and after deliveries
- Administered close patient care, including checking vital signs on mother and baby
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient to meet appropriate care and document status change
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
05.2020
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WOODSTOCK HIGH SCHOOL
05.2016
Skills
- Clinical supervision
- Time management
- Detail-Oriented Observation
- Enthusiastic Engagement
- Positive attitude
- Personable
- Patient care
- Infant care
- Medication administration
- Professional bedside manner
- Leadership
- Mentoring New Staff
- Adaptability
- Quick learner
Certification
- BLS Certified
- Neonatal Resuscitation Certified
- Maternal Newborn Nursing Certified
- Certified Breastfeeding Counselor
Volunteer Experience
- Coastal Care Partners, COVID 19 Vaccine Clinic, Savannah, GA, 04/16-04/17/21, Over 300 vaccines were administered.
- Lighthouse Family Retreat, 2015-Present
- Alpha Delta Pi Sorority, 2016-2020
- Student Nurses Association, Love Your Melon Officer, Nursing Class Executive Board, GSU Miracle Committee Member
Timeline
Relief Anchor RN
Northside Hospital Atlanta
08.2024 - Current
Shared Governance Member
Northside Hospital Atlanta
01.2024 - Current
Permanent Preceptor Charge Nurse
09.2023 - Current
Staff Registered Nurse III
Northside Atlanta Mother Baby
10.2020 - Current
Patient Care Tech/Nurse Extern
Northside Cherokee Labor and Delivery/Mother Baby
05.2019 - 09.2019
Student Nurse
Georgia Southern University
08.2018 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
WOODSTOCK HIGH SCHOOL