Alexis Forte
Thomaston
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and emotional support provision. Committed to advocating for patients and enhancing care through effective interdisciplinary collaboration in the Emergency Department setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health of New England
Waterbury
07.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hospital For Special Care
New Britain
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver patient-centered care.
- Documented patient information in electronic health record systems accurately.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment processes.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Waitress
Mario's Pizza Of Waterbury
Waterbury
02.2016 - 06.2020
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took and processed customer orders accurately and efficiently.
- Managed cash register and handled transactions with precision.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining area and service stations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff on service procedures and restaurant policies.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations during service hours.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05-2021
Skills
- Administering medications
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Care plan development
- Vital signs monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical critical thinking
- Patient advocacy
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Nursing care evaluation
- Patient education
- Emotional support provision
- Effective communication
- Medication administration
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Trinity Health of New England
07.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hospital For Special Care
06.2020 - 06.2021
Waitress
Mario's Pizza Of Waterbury
02.2016 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sacred Heart University