Alexandria Anderson
Cedar Rapids,IA
Summary
Staff Nurse at Mercy Medical Center, excelling in patient education and direct patient care. Demonstrated ability to improve patient safety and implement infection control measures. Skilled in medication and IV administration, showcasing a commitment to delivering evidence-based care and enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
Medical Assistant
UIHC
01.2016 - 07.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Janitor
Bean ProClean
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Upheld company policies regarding health codes, safety regulations, hazardous materials disposal protocols while completing assigned tasks diligently.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Scott Community College
Bettendorf, IA05.2022
Associates Degree - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
Cedar Rapids, IA12.2015
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient safety
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
- Medication administration
- Family education
- Patient management
- Specimen collection
- Vaccine administration
- Blood draw and sample collection
- CPR/AED
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing. License number: 170602
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Mercy Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
UIHC
01.2016 - 07.2020
Janitor
Bean ProClean
09.2014 - 02.2016
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing. License number: 170602
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Scott Community College
Associates Degree - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
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