Alexandria Ferreira
Tulare,CA
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, stages of labor, common medications utilized in Labor and Delivery, fetal heart rate and uterine contraction monitoring, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Skilled in basic bedside nursing, performing physical assessments, assisting with care planning, assisting in medication administration, and strictly adhering to facility policies, rules and regulations. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrates success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load. Currently employed at Kaweah Health as a Surgical Technologist in Labor and Delivery for 6 years.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surgical Technologist
Kaweah Health
Visalia, CA
04.2018 - Current
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Minimized infection risks by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques when handling surgical supplies and equipment.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, contributing to successful completion of critical surgeries.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges or changes during surgery, responding quickly without compromising patient safety or procedural success.
- Mentored new surgical technologists, sharing expertise and fostering their growth within the profession.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of surgical technology.
- Received recognition for excellent performance in assisting with emergency surgeries, resulting in positive patient outcomes.
- Contributed to team-based problem-solving to resolve issues that arose during surgery and improve patient outcomes.
Student Nurse in Maternal Health
Kaweah Health
Visalia, CA
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Administered medications under direct supervision of RN via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered close patient care, monitored vital signs, and monitored FHR tracings and Uterine contractions while reporting any unusual findings to my assigned RN.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Provided patient/family education related to benefits and risks associated with procedures/medications necessary for their care.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed, and assessing for stages of labor.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Consistently provided emotional support for patients experiencing stress or anxiety related to their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic medical records systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCCA Healthcare Conglomerate Associates
Tulare, CA
12.2014 - 10.2017
- Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures while assisting in holding retractors as needed.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with emergency situations or unexpected complications during surgeries, providing prompt support to surgical teams.
- Expedited surgery room turnover times by swiftly preparing operating rooms for subsequent surgeries, maximizing efficiency within the department.
- Performed accurate instrument counts, preventing potential surgical complications due to retained items.
- Expanded knowledge of surgical procedures through continuous professional development, staying current with industry advancements.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA12.2024
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
Bakersfield, CA11.2014
High School Diploma -
Tulare Union High School
Tulare, CA06.2013
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Bedside Manner with Compassionate Care and patient Advocacy
- Therapeutic Communication and Patient Education
- Catheter Insertion and care
- Wound care
- IV skills with safe medication administration using the 6 rights of medication administration
- CPR/BLS Certification
- Patient Evaluation with a thorough Head to Toe Assessment and vital sign monitoring/assessment
- Emergency Response with self reflection for quality improvement
- Physician Collaboration
- Critical Thinking with attention to detail applied to Clinical Judgement
- Sterile and Aseptic Technique Proficiency promoting infection control and Surgical Instrument Knowledge
Certification
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist
Timeline
Student Nurse in Maternal Health
Kaweah Health
09.2023 - 10.2023
Surgical Technologist
Kaweah Health
04.2018 - Current
Certified Surgical Technologist
HCCA Healthcare Conglomerate Associates
12.2014 - 10.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Science - Surgical Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Tulare Union High School