Alicia Mcalister
Sherwood,AR
Summary
I am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills with an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. I am a highly qualified, board certified GNP, driven to build strong relationships with patients and families, while promoting health and wellness education and preventive disease management to support optimal level of health and deliver quality, individualized care. Fourteen years of demonstrated geriatrics experience. Seven years nursing care prior in areas of ICU, CVICU, nursing home, adult day care, women's health and post partum.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Housecalls
UHG, United Health Group
Little Rock , AR
05.2010 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Reduced hospital readmissions for elderly patients.
- Provided education to families and caregivers on managing age-related health issues, promoting overall wellness in geriatric populations.
- Served as a mentor to new nursing graduates entering the field of gerontology, sharing clinical expertise and fostering professional growth.
- Increased access to preventative care by conducting regular screenings for common age-related conditions such as osteoporosis and diabetes.
- Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
- Increased patient satisfaction through providing compassionate, holistic care and addressing the unique concerns of each individual.
RN
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2007 - 04.2010
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as dementia, diabetes, Parkinson''s disease, and cardiovascular disorders among elderly residents within the facility.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement holistic care plans for veteran clients.
RN
Baptist Health Medical Center
North Little Rock, AR
04.2004 - 03.2007
- Expedited patient recovery by working closely with interdisciplinary team members to develop and execute aggressive treatment plans.
- Mitigated risks associated with critical care nursing practice by consistently applying evidence-based guidelines in daily work routines.
- Streamlined nursing workflow by effectively delegating tasks to certified nursing assistants and support staff.
RN, CVICU
UAMS
Little Rock , AR
07.2003 - 03.2004
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring and detecting early signs of potential issues in critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilators for mechanically ventilated patients, collaborating with respiratory therapists to adjust settings as required for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered various life-saving medications such as vasopressors, sedatives, analgesics, anticoagulants under stringent protocols ensuring accuracy and safety.
Education
Mns - Geriatric Nursing
Uams
Little Rock, AR05.2010
Bsn - Nursing
Arkansas State University
State University, AR05.2003
Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent Communication
- Computer Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Calm Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Problem Resolution
- Verbal Communication
Certification
Adult CPR
ANCC- board certified GNP
Timeline
Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Housecalls
UHG, United Health Group
05.2010 - Current
RN
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
04.2007 - 04.2010
RN
Baptist Health Medical Center
04.2004 - 03.2007
RN, CVICU
UAMS
07.2003 - 03.2004
Mns - Geriatric Nursing
Uams
Bsn - Nursing
Arkansas State University