Alicia Collins,RN, BSN
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Highly experienced Registered Nurse with a focus on chronic disease management and patient education. Skilled in direct patient care, staff supervision, operating room and clinical health guidance. Known for improving patient satisfaction through innovative care plans and effective problem-solving. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Grand Prairie Independent School District
Grand Prairie, TX
10.2019 - Current
- Worked both independently and collaboratively to deliver comprehensive patient safety and compliance.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Charge Nurse
Tarrant County Public Health Department
Fort Worth, TX
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Managed and evaluated staff to ensure high standards in patient care and clinical operations.
- Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
- Facilitated patient education sessions to improve health outcomes and satisfaction.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Tarrant County Public Health Department
Fort Worth, TX
01.2009 - 04.2016
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data and nursing interventions in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted risk assessments in home environments to ensure patient safety.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers and insurance companies.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Participated in multidisciplinary case conferences regarding complex cases requiring special attention or input from various healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05-2003
Skills
- Diabetes management
- Microsoft
- Home visits
- Infant CPR certified
- Breastfeeding education
- Direct and indirect patient care
- Clinical Health Guidance
- Health screening
- Advanced problem solving
Certification
CPR certification
Hearing and Vision Screening Certification
Accomplishments
- Featured in Dallas Morning News article highlighting Nurse Family Partnership Program of Tarrant County
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Grand Prairie Independent School District
10.2019 - Current
Charge Nurse
Tarrant County Public Health Department
04.2016 - 04.2017
Home Health Registered Nurse
Tarrant County Public Health Department
01.2009 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
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