Alexandra Szoke
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Dynamic and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience delivering exceptional patient care and implementing effective treatment plans. Expertise in managing both common and complex cases, with a strong ability to respond adeptly to diverse emergencies while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations. Highly skilled in intensive care procedures, ventilator support, hemodynamic monitoring, along with a commitment to training junior staff on care standards and safety protocols. A collaborative team player dedicated to fostering individualized care plans that prioritize the needs of critically ill patients and their families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
01.2025 - Current
Managed complex home care for a patient with ventilator dependency via tracheostomy, PEG tube feeding, and PICC line therapy, utilizing advanced clinical skills to maintain airway patency, ensure nutritional support, and prevent pressure injuries.
Travel Nurse
NuWest Group - Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Surgical Trauma ICU, unit ratio 1:2
Travel Nurse
Flexcare Medical Staffing - Dominican Hospital
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Medical Surgical Step Down, unit ratio 1:4
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions - Valley Medical Center
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Medical Surgical ICU, unit ratio 1:2
Travel Nurse
Triage Staffing - Temple University
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Medical Surgical ICU, unit ratio 1:2
Travel Nurse
TaleMed - Yale University
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Medical Surgical ICU, unit ratio 1:2
Staff Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
03.2015 - 01.2020
- Medical Surgical Telemetry, Medical Surgical Step Down, Medical Surgical ICU
- Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level I Trauma Center
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH09-2026
ADN - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05.2014
Skills
- Ventilator management and weaning protocols
- Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation
- Central Line, arterial line and PICC line care
- Continuous cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia interpretation
- Management of vasoactive infusions and titrations
- Post-operative and post-procedural care
- Rapid response and code team participation
- Care of patients with chest tubes, drains, and invasive devices
- Sepsis management and implementation of evidence-based bundles
- Advanced clinical assessment and clinical judgement in high-acuity settings
- Early recognition of patient deterioration and escalation of care
- Rapid adaptation to dynamic, unpredictable clinical situations
Accomplishments
Daisy Award Recipient
Certification
- RN License
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
Nursing Licenses
RN California, expires: January 2027
Timeline
Private Duty Nurse
Self Employed
01.2025 - Current
Travel Nurse
NuWest Group - Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
10.2023 - 07.2024
Travel Nurse
Flexcare Medical Staffing - Dominican Hospital
04.2023 - 07.2023
Travel Nurse
Medical Solutions - Valley Medical Center
04.2022 - 03.2023
Travel Nurse
Triage Staffing - Temple University
01.2021 - 10.2021
Travel Nurse
TaleMed - Yale University
02.2020 - 11.2020
Staff Nurse
Geisinger Medical Center
03.2015 - 01.2020
ADN - Nursing
Luzerne County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University-Main Campus