Patient-oriented Nurse with nine years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise in knowledge for specialties ranging from high-acuity to rehab appropriate levels of patient care.
Hi, I’m
Alexandra Smith
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Encompass Health Rehab
House Supervisor/Bedside Nurse
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Monitored patient acuity levels closely, adjusting staffing assignments as needed for optimal care delivery.
- Provided emergency response during shifts.
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on hospital policies and procedures, fostering professional growth and development.
- Coordinated staffing needs during emergency situations, ensuring adequate resources were available for patient care.
- Streamlined communication between departments for improved patient flow and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients, resulting in better outcomes.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Facilitated team huddles to discuss patient care plans, resulting in more cohesive and effective care strategies.
- Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to patient care, which inspired staff to perform at their best.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Saint Francis Hospital Main
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
10.2020 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in patient condition, and promptly notifying physicians when necessary.
- Reduced emergency room wait times by efficiently triaging patients and prioritizing care based on severity of conditions.
- Provided support to patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to create a sense of trust and safety.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current on best practices in emergency nursing care.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and their families, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding treatment options.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic procedures by providing necessary equipment, preparing patients for exams, and ensuring accuracy of test results.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures for medication administration.
- Deescalated potentially volatile situations involving agitated or aggressive patients through effective communication and crisis intervention techniques.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR, intubation, and defibrillation during critical situations in the Emergency Department.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Gifted Healthcare
Travel LPN
05.2017 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality nursing care and addressing individual needs during travel assignments.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by effectively managing the demands of various healthcare settings during travel assignments.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration through proper organization of supplies and adherence to protocol during travel assignments.
- Fostered a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with fellow nurses, CNAs, and other healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
Highland Park Manor
LPN Charge Nurse
10.2015 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Coordinated timely admissions, transfers, and discharges for efficient bed utilization within the nursing unit.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Highland Park Manor
Certified Nursing Assistant
07.2012 - 10.2015
Job overview
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Tulsa Community College Tulsa, OK
Associates Degree In Applied Science from Nursing-Registered Nurse
12.2019
University Overview
Green Country Technology Center Okmulgee, OK
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing
10.2015
University Overview
Morris High SchoolMorris, OK
High School Diploma
05.2014
University Overview
Skills
- Clinical Leadership
- Care Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Patient Care
- Staff Education
- Patient Management
- Medication Distribution
- Issue Resolution
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Care Assignment
- Critical Care
- Shared governance
- Nurse and CNA Supervision
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Care
- Delegation and Motivation
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Resolved staffing issues and coached staff who displayed unprofessional behaviors which led to employee growth and development.
- Supervised 14-15 staff members on a 60 bed rehab floor.
- Achieved increased patient satisfaction scores through effectively teaching bedside report classes followed with holding staff accountable for continued practice.
- Achieved patient safety through effectively delegating tasks to promote patient care when short staffed. As well as taking a team of 4 patients to keep nursing to 1:8 ratio.
- Achieved recognition by Administration for completing 58 employee staff surveys with accuracy and efficiency at a time when nursing had a new hired CNO and nurse manager.
Trained in Peritoneal Dialysis care
Trained in Peritoneal Dialysis care
As a house supervisor I took on the responsibility in taking a Baxter training course that our hospital provided to be able to safely administer PD treatment on our rehab floor. I have been providing PD care for 10 months.
Timeline
House Supervisor/Bedside Nurse
Encompass Health Rehab
07.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
Saint Francis Hospital Main
10.2020 - 07.2021
Travel LPN
Gifted Healthcare
05.2017 - 10.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Highland Park Manor
10.2015 - 05.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Highland Park Manor
07.2012 - 10.2015
Tulsa Community College
Associates Degree In Applied Science from Nursing-Registered Nurse
Green Country Technology Center
Licensed Practical Nurse from Nursing
Morris High School
High School Diploma
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