ALEXANDRIA GALLEGOS
Midland Memorial Hospital
Midland,TX
1
Certification
23
years of professional experience
Compassionate Surgical Nursing Professional experienced in assisting surgical procedures and ensuring patient safety. Achieved effective communication with surgical teams and delivered exceptional patient care through strong critical thinking and technical skills. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability, providing reliable support in preoperative and postoperative care while maintaining sterile environments.
Work History
POST-SURGICAL NURSE
1 Year 8 Months- Administered pre- and post-operative care, ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to patient needs in high-stress environments.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient outcomes and reducing complication rates.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Collaborated with surgeons and surgical teams to facilitate efficient operating room workflows.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on surgical procedures and best practices for patient care.
NURSE INTERN
1 Year 6 Months- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and documentation.
- Conducted vital sign assessments to ensure patient stability and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Delivered high-quality wound care, effectively reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
OFFICE MANAGER
14 Years 11 Months- Managed day-to-day administrative operations including customer service, reception, office management, communication, mail processing, travel arrangements, records management, fuel orders, and financial operations for 92-aircraft hangar facility.
- Trained all administrative new hires on policies and procedures. Mentored as needed to ensure seamless operations and consistency in execution.
- Coordinated all aircraft charter activities including quotes, schedules, billing, pilot assignments, and fuel rental. Scheduled accommodations, vehicle rentals, and catering for pilots and customers.
- Oversaw financial management activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliation. Leveraged advanced spreadsheet skills to deliver high-level accuracy and efficiency.
- Initiated discussions with City of Midland Director of Airports to build new hangars to overcome 70-customer waiting list resulting in construction of 12 additional hangars over two years.
- Conceptualized, planned, and executed 40-attendee, all-women, cross-country fly in to boost brand recognition and promote industry connections. Marketed event via social media and secured city Mayor as keynote speaker.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Nursing program
Associate of Applied Science - Paralegal Studies
Skills
Patient-centered care
IV insertion
Telemetry monitoring
Patient assessment
Pain management
Sterile technique
Compassionate care
Certification
- BLS certification – Current
- American Nurses Association – Current
- Sigma Kappa Delta honor society – Spring 2023
Timeline
POST-SURGICAL NURSE
Midland Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
NURSE INTERN
Midland Memorial Hospital
06.2023 - 12.2024Read More
OFFICE MANAGER
Basin Aviation
07.2003 - 06.2018Read More
Midland College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Midland College
Associate of Applied Science from Paralegal Studies
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