Alexis Collins
Maringouin,LA
Summary
Compassionate Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse remains calm and composed in the most stressful environments. Smart and determined in giving each patient an exceptional level of care through assessments, medication administration and dedicated service and support. Knowledgeable with experience in oncology and clinical in medical-surgical units, mental health, labor and delivery, NICU, postpartum, ER, ICU, burn, and CVRA.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital
Lafayette, LA
03.2023 - Current
- Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in critical care units.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 46 -bed neonatal ICU unit
Nurse Technician
Baton Rouge General Hospital
Baton Rouge , LA
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Placed, removed, and cared for urinary catheters
- Monitored environmental stimuli such as temperature and lighting to minimize patient stress or discomfort
- Cared for patient IVs and central lines for ongoing medication administration
- Administered medications and scheduled drugs under supervision of clinician instructor
- Used phlebotomy skills to obtain blood for testing in-house or at off-site laboratories
- Kept medications, medical supplies, and linens well-stocked
- Upheld sound safety, environmental, and infection control practices
- Monitored and recorded patient data to identify and report changes
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols
- Supported patients’ social and emotional needs by providing caring companionship
- Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing, and assisting with mobility needs
- Resupplied patients with towels, soap, and sheets
- Documented vital signs to track medical symptoms and progress of treatments
Cashier
Tiger Trax
Erwinville, LA
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Recognized for providing strong customer service with high degree of accuracy
- Solved complaints by customers and issued credits for returned merchandise
- Maintained merchandise displays, including endcaps, floor displays and aisles
- Greeted customers and provided prompt and friendly service
- Helped trainees process cash and card payments for customer purchases
- Assisted customers with locating items, answered questions, and provided directions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA10.2024
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
Baton Rouge, LA10.2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Bed preparation
- Client and clinical documentation
- Emotional support
- Patient hygiene management
- Infection control procedures
- Specimen collection
- Electronic charting
- Patient relationship building
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Reliable and Responsible
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional Support
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Patient Monitoring
Certification
- BLS Training - Exp. 2025
- NRP Training - Exp. 2025
- CPI Training - Exp. 2024
Timeline
NICU Registered Nurse
Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Nurse Technician
Baton Rouge General Hospital
01.2022 - 10.2022
Cashier
Tiger Trax
02.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
McNeese State University
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Baton Rouge General School of Nursing
- BLS Training - Exp. 2025
- NRP Training - Exp. 2025
- CPI Training - Exp. 2024
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