Alexis Pickard, BSN, RN
Austin,TX
Summary
Passionate about functional medicine's patient centered approach to wellness. Registered Nurse with 13+ years of experience delivering quality care in various settings. Skilled in comprehensive assessments, patient education and preventative care, aligning with functional medicine principles. Committed to bringing encouragement, knowledge and support to each patient's health and wellness journey. Eager to leverage clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Seeking clinic RN position to expand skillset and pursue a functional medicine path while obtaining NP certification.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Ascension Seton
04.2022 - Current
- Served as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students.
- Oversaw health services, including necessary medications for 900 students.
- Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns, chronic illness or injuries.
- Performed state mandated health screening for students by conducting vision/hearing, Acanthosis and spinal evaluations.
- Verified and enforced state mandated vaccination requirements.
- Educated and trained school staff in common pediatric emergencies.
Circulating Nurse
HCA Far West Division-Bascom Surgery Center
10.2016 - 06.2021
- Monitored surgical patients and delivered quality level of care before, during and after operations to promote positive outcomes.
- Prepared OR in ambulatory surgery center by ensuring aseptic standards and that necessary equipment was present and in safe working order.
- Maintained sterile fields and actively monitored situations to prevent breaches in aseptic techniques
- Safely positioned both pediatric and adult patients in operating rooms to prepare for surgical procedures, and prevent injury during procedure
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Observed surgeon's body language, movements and demeanor during operations to efficiently anticipate needs.
Infection Preventionist
HCA Far West Division- Bascom Surgery Center
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents in Ambulatory Surgery setting .
- Identified risks proactively, presented findings to quality committees to spearhead necessary changes to policies and procedures.
- Gathered, analyzed and reported on infection data.
- Educated staff in ambulatory setting about preventing surgical site infections, preventing spread of communicable diseases, and importance of a clean center for patients and staff.
- Encouraged and maintained physician compliance with reporting complications and surgical site infections (SSI).
PACU Nurse
HCA Far West Division- Silicon Valley Surgery
06.2013 - 10.2016
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight of 2 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Managed patients post operative pain using variety of methods; Pain medications, repositioning, Ice, distraction and emotional support
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Provided thorough patient education for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2013
- Managed caseload of 5 patients, while simultaneously completing frequent admissions and discharges throughout 12hr shift.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Started IV fluids, administered medications and blood products in line with physician orders, while adhering to strict safety measures.
- Communicated with multidisciplinary healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
San Jose State University
San Jose, CAAssociate of Science - Nursing Science
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CAMaster of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2026
Skills
- Superior interpersonal skills
- Excellent organization, planning, and time management
- Detail oriented
- Supportive team member
- Professionalism
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Patient and family educator and advocate
- Pre and Postoperative Care
Certification
- BSN Registered Nurse License #1020065
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Infection Prevention Certified
- Botox and Dermal filler certified(AMET)
Timeline
School Nurse
Ascension Seton
04.2022 - Current
Infection Preventionist
HCA Far West Division- Bascom Surgery Center
06.2019 - 05.2021
Circulating Nurse
HCA Far West Division-Bascom Surgery Center
10.2016 - 06.2021
PACU Nurse
HCA Far West Division- Silicon Valley Surgery
06.2013 - 10.2016
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Good Samaritan Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
San Jose State University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Cabrillo College
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At Arlington
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