Alexis Taylor
Walton
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in the critical care setting and a strong background in medical esthetics. Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care, assess and manage complex medical conditions, and deliver aesthetic treatments tailored to individual needs. Skilled in developing personalized care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional service and continuous professional development in both critical care and esthetic procedures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Company Overview: Cincinnati Children's Hospital
- Obtaining blood draws
- Vital signs
- Performing routine vaccination injections
- Accurate patient documentation within the EPIC medical record
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Surgical Technologist
Outpatient Surgery Center
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: ST
- ELIZABETH OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped the operating room with the appropriate tools, equipment and instruments
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- ST
- ELIZABETH OUTPATIENT SURGERY CENTER
Surgical Technologist Medical Assistant and Esthetician
THE PLASTIC SURGERY GROUP
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Hydrafacials
- Dermaplaning
- Chemical Peels
- YAG Laser hair removal and treatment of veins
- Assist with in office local procedures
- Patient Charting and documenting, and consent signing
- In office staple and suture removal
- Dressing Changes
- Prepare fillers and injectables
- Assist MD in a fast-paced clinical environment seeing up to 50 patients a day
Lead Medical Assistant/Lead Surgical Technologist
SOUTHERN SURGICAL ARTS
07.2014 - 04.2019
- Company Overview: Chattanooga
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments
- Assisted patients in preparation for examinations, assessing and recording vital signs
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issue
- Distributed treatment and procedural information to patients
- Supervised and trained a team of 10 to 15 new incoming employees
- Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies
- Experienced in front and back offices, controlling patient flow, collecting payments and assisting in delivery of quality healthcare
- Communicated with patients by phone and via written correspondence
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person
- Collected and prepared tissue specimens for laboratory analysis
- Closed wounds using sutures, staples and other tools
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Used retractors, sponges and suctioning and irrigating equipment to create unobstructed operating fields
- Facilitated invasive, non-invasive, and minimally invasive procedures by creating safe and functional operating room environments
- Cleaned and sterilized operating rooms
- Dressed wounds with antiseptic compounds and sterile coverings to protect surgical sites and promote healing
- Actualized inventory management procedures to control medications and supplies as well as to rotate stock and remove expired medications
- Executed new training initiative to improve skills and develop leaders from within
- Determined efficient work schedules for team on biweekly basis to keep project moving and each shift properly staffed
- Managed day-to-day operations, including supervision and assignment delegation for a 10-to-15-member team
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance and achieve daily performance objectives
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill team vacancies by posting openings in local newspapers, using job boards, and sharing details via social media platforms
- Analyzed employee workloads to meet seasonal fluctuation needs
- Cleaned work areas regularly to keep team efficient and eliminate any safety concerns
- Chattanooga
Solutions Team Member
Surgical Solutions LLC
04.2014 - 07.2014
- Company Overview: TN, Surgical
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Maintained adequate unit supplies to meet expected operating room staff and surgeon demands
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and adapt individualized surgeon preferences
- TN, Surgical
Surgical Technologist
Reid Hospital & Health Care Services
11.2012 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: Richmond
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies needed for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards
- Effectively supported surgeons in fast-paced healthcare environments, resulting in better patient care and less pain medication post-surgery
- Reviewed surgical requirements and prepped the operating room with the appropriate tools, equipment, and instruments
- Collaborated with operating room staff to cultivate efficiency and prepare for scheduled and emergency procedures
- Counted and recorded sponges, instruments, and needles at beginning and end of surgical procedures
- Assisted the surgeon with patient preparation for total joint replacement procedures
- Handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures
- Laid out all instruments, supplies and tools as directed by surgeons
- Richmond
Education
Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
08-2024
Bachelors - Interdisciplinary for Nurse Preparation
University of Cincinnati
08.2022
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Chattanooga State Community College
06.2012
Medical Assistant -
Cincinnati State Community College
06.2009
High School Diploma -
Connersville Senior High School
05.2006
Skills
- Clinical Competence
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Communication
- Empathy and Compassion
- Culturally-competent care
- Adaptibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Professionalism
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Primary Care Center
04.2022 - 11.2022
Surgical Technologist
Outpatient Surgery Center
05.2020 - 01.2021
Surgical Technologist Medical Assistant and Esthetician
THE PLASTIC SURGERY GROUP
06.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Medical Assistant/Lead Surgical Technologist
SOUTHERN SURGICAL ARTS
07.2014 - 04.2019
Solutions Team Member
Surgical Solutions LLC
04.2014 - 07.2014
Surgical Technologist
Reid Hospital & Health Care Services
11.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelors - Interdisciplinary for Nurse Preparation
University of Cincinnati
Certificate - Surgical Technology
Chattanooga State Community College
Medical Assistant -
Cincinnati State Community College
High School Diploma -
Connersville Senior High School
Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Cincinnati
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