Alexandria Meetze
Lexington,SC
Summary
Diligent Registered Nurse with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication. Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth transitions between facilities by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to receiving staff members.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by participating in professional development opportunities and staying updated on best practices in nursing.
- Provided critical care to patients in emergency situations, stabilizing conditions and facilitating swift recovery.
- Provided comprehensive care for patients in high-stress environments, leading to notable increases in patient satisfaction and recovery rates.
- Conducted patient education sessions to promote health awareness and disease prevention, leading to decrease in readmission rates.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients between departments by coordinating with healthcare professionals, enhancing overall patient experience.
Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Thomas West
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, driving enhancements in nursing practices and patient satisfaction.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction, providing compassionate care and effectively addressing patient concerns.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted in the orientation and training of new nursing staff, enhancing team performance.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Elevated patient trust by establishing strong rapport and effectively addressing concerns related to their care plans or overall health status.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Contributed to higher standards of care within the facility by mentoring new nurses and sharing best practices from prior experiences in various clinical settings.
- Reduced stress among patients and their families by offering clear communication and support throughout treatment process.
Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to healthcare providers promptly.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and tracking of patient information.
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safer environment for patients and staff.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Safeguarded patient privacy rights through diligent compliance with HIPAA regulations during all interactions with medical records and personal information.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, including central line placements, lumbar punctures, and thoracenteses.
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and notifying healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate patient condition and response to treatment.
- Utilized electronic health records for documentation and tracking patient progress efficiently.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult times.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at reducing complications related to ventilator use, central line infections, and pressure ulcers.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in cardiopulmonary critical care units.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Newberry College
Newberry, SC12-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Care planning
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Thomas West
05.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Boston Medical
05.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Atrium Healthcare
01.2022 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
02.2020 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Newberry College