Alexis Henzler
Boise ,ID
Summary
Registered Nurse with expertise in trauma-surgical, orthopedics, geriatrics, and neuro care. Demonstrated success in high-pressure emergency settings, effectively managing both acute and chronic conditions. Strong communication and critical thinking skills contribute to improved patient care and outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma-Surgical Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
Boise , ID
12.2024 - Current
- Coordinated transfers for critically ill patients across departments and facilities.
- Activated rapid response team during critical patient condition changes.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, and tube feedings with precision.
- Documented assessments, treatments, medications, and discharge instructions meticulously.
- Conducted daily rounds to educate patients on health conditions.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary meetings to enhance communication among healthcare team members.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies employing advanced lifesaving skills.
Ortho-Trauma/Surgical Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
Denison, TX
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed individualized treatment plans through collaboration with physicians, nurses, and therapists.
- Utilized advanced life-saving skills to respond effectively in emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation following established guidelines.
- Conducted physical assessments to monitor changes in patient conditions or needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, such as social workers, physicians, and psychiatrists to ensure optimal care for the patient.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
- Utilized specialized skills such as splinting fractures or administering blood transfusions when necessary.
Nursing Assistant
Maui Memorial Hospital
Kahului , Hawaii
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided companionship to patients, monitoring emotional well-being and offering reassurance as needed.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and transferring.
- Supported patients in activities of daily living such as eating, grooming, and hygiene maintenance.
- Regularly observed patients for physical or mental changes, reporting findings promptly to appropriate personnel.
- Assessed vital signs and documented medical information for nursing staff and physicians.
- Conducted regular rounds to ensure patient safety and proactively addressed emerging issues.
- Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent development of bedsores.
Education
BSN
West Coast University Texas
Richardson, TXSecondary Education
University of Hawaii Maui College
Kahului, HISkills
- Leadership and team collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
Certification
- BLS AHA Certificate
- PALS AHA Certificate
- ACLS AHA Certificate
- Stop the Bleed Certificate
- NIHSS Stroke Certificate
Experience
8 WEEK Capstone ED Rotation
- participated in multiple BLS Codes
- Collaborated with different specialties for critical trauma patients.
- 12/6/3 lead heart monitor
- IV insertion
- Blood draws
- Triaged
- Medication administration
- Focused assessment
- Fitted patients with walking boots, splints, crutches,
- Assisted with a patient who is having an adverse reaction to morphine. Patient was in a lot of pain elevated heart rate uncontrollable movements, as well as nausea and vomiting. I jumped in an assessed spo2 and gave supplemental O2. While the Nurses called the provider.
- Assisted with a patient who had respiratory issues I helped the RN put the patient on high flow oxygen and started breathing treatments with Albuterol.
- I was on a case for a six month old brought to the emergency department by the pts father. I reported my assessment findings to the nurse and explained my concerns. Both the nurse and I called Child Protective Services. For signs of neglect.
Timeline
Trauma-Surgical Registered Nurse
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Ortho-Trauma/Surgical Registered Nurse
Texoma Medical Center
04.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Assistant
Maui Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 06.2020
BSN
West Coast University Texas
Secondary Education
University of Hawaii Maui College
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