Alexandra Sinicrope

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Managed caseload of up to 10 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Performed wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
• Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
• Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
• Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
• Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate records of each patient''s medical history, lab results, and treatment progress.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

In this position I worked in an office setting along side 2 general/ vascular surgeons and their physician assistant.

• Coordinated the pre and post-op care of surgical patients, surgical scheduling, prescription management, and triaged patient calls.
• Assisted in the ongoing development of surgical scheduling policies and procedures, enhancing overall efficiency.
• Followed physician's orders and availability calendar to schedule tests and procedures.
• Coordinated with insurance companies to obtain pre-authorizations for scheduled surgeries, minimizing financial barriers for patients.
• Managed surgeon preferences, equipment needs, and special requests to ensure optimal preparation for each procedure.
• Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.