Alexis Cole
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Enthusiastic registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
INOVA
Fairfax, Virginia
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient recovery in post-anesthesia care unit.
- Administered medications and managed pain control for patients.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with airway management and cardiovascular monitoring as needed.
- Developed individualized discharge instructions for each patient based on their diagnosis.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and efficiency.
- Educated patients and families on postoperative care and recovery processes.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Utilized effective communication skills to educate patients and family members on side effects from both surgery and anesthesia.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
INOVA Fairfax Medical Center
Fairfax, VA
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Participated in procedures requiring conscious sedation, monitoring patient during and after procedures.
Nurse Extern
Johns Hopkins Health System
Washington, DC
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to devise treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Participated in implementation of individual treatment plans for patients with broad range of health issues.
- Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy, USN
San Diego, CA
09.2014 - 09.2020
- Performed preliminary exams to determine diagnosis and provide medical treatment.
- Performed both emergency and routine medical procedures in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with team members and other first responders, ensuring consistent communication to maintain order and efficient care delivery.
- Performed minor surgeries under the supervision of a physician.
- Performed eye exams, dental inspections and physical exams to promote full-body health.
- Educated patients about health maintenance, disease prevention, nutrition.
- Provided nursing care to mothers and newborns in a busy hospital setting.
- Provided postpartum care to mothers and babies, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients on breastfeeding techniques.
- Administered vaccines according to immunization guidelines set forth by Centers for Disease Control.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Tysons Corner, VA09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Nursing Studies
National University
La Jolla, CASkills
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Triage
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Ultrasound IV trained
- Patient Advocacy
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Trauma care
- Airway management
- Behavioral health care
- EKG interpretation
- IV insertion
- Patient stabilization
- Risk assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Complication identification
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training - 2024
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support - 2024
- Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC) 2024
References
- Jill Tunstall Murphy (Previous Supervisor): Jill.Tunstall-Murphy@inova.org
- Damian Bachman (Previous Supervisor): Damian.Bachman@usmc.mil
- Amelia Naegle (Current Coworker): Amelia.Naegele@inova.org
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
INOVA
07.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
INOVA Fairfax Medical Center
10.2023 - 07.2025
Nurse Extern
Johns Hopkins Health System
03.2023 - 07.2023
Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy, USN
09.2014 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Nursing Studies
National University