Alexis McGuire
Brookings,SD
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse pursuing a degree as a Registered Nurse. Expected Registered Nurse by August of 2024. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all ages and backgrounds.
Commended for history as hardworking, punctual team-player through the Build Dakota Scholarship. Seeking RN opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health
12.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, medication and vaccination administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Pediatric Neurology Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
06.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Pediatric Pulmonary Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
01.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications and injections, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Answered incoming calls from patients daily to provide specialized assistance and triage medical concerns. Able to communicate with patients clearly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Resident Aide
StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living
05.2018 - Current
- Answer call lights and provide comfort and safety by adjusting patient and their equipment
- Help clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Assist patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Report any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to upper-level management
- Monitor and maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas
- Maintain confidential accurate records of resident status and treatment plans
- Render hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures
General Kitchen Worker
Culver Franchising System, LLC.
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Promoted customer satisfaction by preparing food according to standard recipes with modifications based on individual customer requirements
- Supported waitstaff and other team members in completing tasks
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress
- Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety
Pediatric Pulmonary Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
01.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications and injections, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide specialized assistance and triage medical concerns. Able to communicate to patients clearly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
Education
Associate's - Registered Nurse
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls, SD07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Sioux Falls, SD12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD05.2020
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse in South Dakota & Minnesota
- BLS/ CPR Certified
- Adaptable & Flexible
- Experienced in direct pediatric, adult & geriatric patient care
- Experienced in medication administration
- Calm and level-headed under pressure
- HIPAA Compliance
- Accurate in collecting patient information
- Excellent patient relations & compassionate care
- Great interpersonal skills
Accomplishments
- Build Dakota Scholar Recipient
- STC Honor Roll Student
- Lions Club Scholar Recipient
- T/G Yseth Scholar Recipient
- Yellow & Blue Scholar Recipient
- Brookings High Four-year Honor Roll
- Varsity Scholar Athlete
Timeline
Acute Care Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Health
12.2022 - Current
Pediatric Neurology Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
06.2022 - Current
Pediatric Pulmonary Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Pediatric Pulmonary Licensed Practical Nurse
Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic
01.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant/Resident Aide
StoneyBrook Suites Assisted Living
05.2018 - Current
General Kitchen Worker
Culver Franchising System, LLC.
10.2016 - 05.2018
Associate's - Registered Nurse
Southeast Technical College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Southeast Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences
South Dakota State University