Alicia Maxwell
Lake Havasu City,AZ
Summary
I am seeking a position here with skills such as being a gifted communicator with proven ability to interact and form lasting relationships with, and gain the trust of, colleagues and clients at all levels. I believe I am also resourceful and innovative in problem-solving; able to troubleshoot and resolve disputes; with strong prioritization, delegation and planning skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Self Employed
Lake Havasu City, AZ
08.2023 - Current
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
Director of Nursing
Northern Arizona Eye Associates
Flagstaff, AZ
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the nursing department including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
- Maintained accurate records of staff certifications, licensure, continuing education credits.
RN - Labor and Delivery
Havasu Regional Medical Center
Lake Havasu City, AZ
05.2013 - 10.2021
- Assessed and monitored labor progress, fetal heart tones, and maternal vital signs.
- Provided patient education regarding labor and delivery process.
- Performed vaginal exams to assess dilation and effacement of cervix.
- Administered medications including epidurals and narcotics as ordered by physician.
- Collaborated with physicians, midwives, anesthesiologists, neonatologists, and other healthcare professionals during labor and delivery process.
- Implemented therapeutic communication techniques to ensure patient comfort during labor.
- Instructed patients on postpartum care after birth of baby.
- Performed newborn assessments such as APGAR scores at one minute and five minutes after birth.
- Managed emergency situations requiring rapid assessment, stabilization, resuscitation, or intervention for mother or infant according to established protocols.
- Initiated breastfeeding support for mothers in the immediate post-delivery period.
- Promoted evidence-based practice through ongoing research activities related to nursing practice in Labor and Delivery setting.
- Educated patients about risk factors associated with high-risk pregnancies.
- Cared for a variety of medical conditions experienced by pregnant women including preterm labor, hypertensionand preeclampsia, diabetes mellitus, intrauterine growth restriction, placental abruption.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient information including lab results, medication administration.
- Assisted physicians during cesarean sections when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members throughout labor process.
- Ensured safety of both mother and baby before discharge from hospital.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Havasu Regional Medical Center
Lake Havasu City, AZ
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College
Lake Havasu City, AZ05-2012
Skills
- Meal and snack preparation
- Infant Care
- Positive Reinforcement
- CPR training
- Schedule Management
- Social integration
- Activities Planning
Accomplishments
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Nanny
Self Employed
08.2023 - Current
Director of Nursing
Northern Arizona Eye Associates
12.2022 - 06.2023
RN - Labor and Delivery
Havasu Regional Medical Center
05.2013 - 10.2021
RN, Medical-Surgical
Havasu Regional Medical Center
08.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mohave Community College