Alexandria Romo
Santa Rosa,NM
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with a strong background in emergency care. Recognized for critical thinking and leadership abilities, consistently improving patient outcomes through effective collaboration and mentorship.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alta Vista Regional Hospital
Las Vegas, NM
05.2024 - Current
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective patient management.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient responses to treatments.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices in emergency care.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Registered Nurse
Guadalupe County Hospital
Santa Rosa, NM
06.2013 - 04.2024
- Emergency Room, Pain Clinic, Educational Coordinator
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with hospital protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment plans and improving outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, identifying changes and responding swiftly to emergencies.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on high-quality patient care.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency in patient care delivery processes.
- Streamlined documentation procedures using electronic health record systems, improving accuracy and accessibility of patient information.
- Advocated for patient needs, facilitating communication between healthcare providers and families to ensure comprehensive support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
Flight Nurse
Rico Aviation
Amarillo, TX
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided advanced life support and emergency care during air transport of critical patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transfer and continuity of care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to determine appropriate medical interventions in-flight.
- Coordinated flight operations, including communication with ground personnel and emergency services.
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Maintained a safe and secure environment for patients during high-stress situations such as emergency landings or turbulence.
- Communicated effectively with pilots and other crew members to optimize in-flight operations and patient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, timely medical care during air transport.
- Managed onboard inventory of medications and supplies to ensure adequate preparation for each mission.
Emergency Medical Technician
Santa Rosa Ambulance Service
Santa Rosa, NM
08.2010 - 04.2019
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in critical situations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient transport and treatment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, delivering high-quality patient care in various settings.
- Administered first aid and life-saving interventions for critically injured patients during transport.
- Maintained and inspected emergency equipment for operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Documented patient assessments and treatment plans accurately for legal and medical records.
- Implemented best practices for efficient response times, enhancing overall service delivery in emergency situations.
Education
Master of Science - Leadership in Healthcare Systems
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Luna Community College
Las Vegas, NM05.2014
Practical Nursing -
Luna Community College
Las Vegas, NM05.2013
Certification
State of New Mexico Board of Nursing License # RN-80109
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 01/2026-01/2028
- ACLS- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support 01/2026-01/2028
- NRP- Neonatal Resuscitation Program 8/2025
- CEVO 3-Ambulance 10/2016
- MI and SBIRT for Hospital ERs- Life Link Training Institute 01/2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Alta Vista Regional Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Flight Nurse
Rico Aviation
05.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Guadalupe County Hospital
06.2013 - 04.2024
Emergency Medical Technician
Santa Rosa Ambulance Service
08.2010 - 04.2019
Master of Science - Leadership in Healthcare Systems
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Luna Community College
Practical Nursing -
Luna Community College