Alexis Druash
North Fort Myers
Summary
Detail-oriented RN with expertise in pain management and patient advocacy. Proficient in rapid clinical assessment and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes. Committed to delivering compassionate care and improving recovery through critical thinking and customized treatment plans.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
RN PreOp/PACU
The Center for Specialized Surgery
North Fort Myers
10.2025 - Current
- Applied critical thinking to quickly and accurately assess clinical situations, ensuring timely interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, and physician assistants to create and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Delivered emotional support and counseling to enhance patient recovery experiences.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Pre-op/Pacu Outpatient Nurse
Deerfield Beach Outpatient Center
Deerfield Beach
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Evaluated client needs to provide supportive care before and after procedures, ensuring optimal recovery.
- Initiated IV access and maintained aseptic technique while administering IV medications.
- Managed pain and monitored fluid/electrolytes while relieving anxiety to enhance patient comfort.
Clinical Nurse I - Step down Telemetry/ Neurology
Holy Cross Hospital
Fort Lauderdale
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Monitoring cardiac, electrocardiogram and cardiac screen and appraisals.
- Interpreting atrial and ventricular rhythm, PR, QRS and QT interval, ectopic beats.
- Identifying dysrhythmias and carried out immediate preventive action.
Preceptorship - Interventional Radiology Unit
UF Health | University of Florida Health
Gainesville
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Gained skills working with pulmonary and heart transplant patients, pediatric patients with complex conditions, medication administration, EKG readings, computer charting, basic care, and thorough assessments.
- 220 hours in the Medical Surgery Unit, 120 hours in the Pediatric Unit, 80 hours in the NICU, 70 hours in Adult Health, 60 hours in the Psychiatric Center, 50 hours in Labor and Delivery/Women's Health, 40 hours in the Trauma/Emergency Department, 40 hours in PACU, 40 hours in Public Health, 40 hours in the UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital, 20 hours in the Pediatric Oncology Unit, and 20 hours in the Neurology Intensive Care Unit.
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
Gainesville
11.2018 - 12.2018
- Learned therapeutic communication skills by working 40 hours in the Mental Health Clinic.
Control Flu Alachua County Clinic
Gainesville
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Administered over 100 flu shots to elementary, middle, and high school students in the Gainesville Area.
Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
Gainesville
08.2016 - 12.2016
- Practiced utilizing basic vitals, head-to-toe assessments, and communication skills while working 40 hours in the Rehab Facility.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING
The University of Florida College of Nursing
Gainesville, Florida05-2019
Skills
- IV administration
- Surgical preparation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Pain management
- EKG interpretation
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Patient advocacy
Volunteer Experience
- ElderCare of Alachua County - Al'z Place program, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Provided services as an advocate for senior citizens who suffered with Alzheimer's disease.
- Meals on Wheels, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Provided home-delivered meals to disabled adults and homebound clients over 60.
- Putting Families First Program, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Created a project to improve health conditions on behalf of children who suffer from spinal bifida.
- UF Health Shands Hospital, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Volunteered 4 hours each week in the pediatric oncology unit.
- Ronald McDonald events, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Cooked for families and helped swab for the Bone Marrow Registry monthly.
- Bay Shore Elementary, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Mentored and coached a soccer team for children 5 to 7 years old.
- Saint Michael Lutheran Church & School, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Assisted children in social events and provided a positive educational atmosphere.
- Florida Department of Health Special Needs Shelter, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Helped at the special needs shelter.
- Island Coast High School, 08/01/16 - 05/01/19, Assisted students with learning disabilities and mental challenges.
- UF AHEC Afternoon of Learning program, 08/01/16 - 05/01/16, Part of the AHEC Tobacco Training and Cessation - Initial Training (ATTACIT) program.
Awards
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Charles L. Blount Scholarship
- Clinical Solutions IV Certification - 30 Hour
Timeline
RN PreOp/PACU
The Center for Specialized Surgery
10.2025 - Current
Pre-op/Pacu Outpatient Nurse
Deerfield Beach Outpatient Center
02.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical Nurse I - Step down Telemetry/ Neurology
Holy Cross Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
Preceptorship - Interventional Radiology Unit
UF Health | University of Florida Health
03.2019 - 04.2019
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
11.2018 - 12.2018
Control Flu Alachua County Clinic
08.2018 - 12.2018
Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
08.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - NURSING
The University of Florida College of Nursing