Alicia Wiseley-Peterson
Ironton,MN
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Cuyuna Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient assessment and patient education. Proven ability to enhance care outcomes through comprehensive assessments and effective collaboration. A dedicated mentor and advocate, skilled in ensuring optimal patient care and safety. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice
01.2009 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advanced quality improvement initiatives within the department by participating in regular audits and identifying areas for potential process improvement.
- Managed intravenous access devices including troubleshooting issues such as occlusions or infiltration for optimal patient care delivery.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Promoted infection control measures by diligently following proper hand hygiene protocols and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Streamlined documentation procedures using electronic health record systems for improved accuracy and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, ensuring timely interventions and comprehensive documentation.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
06.2003 - 01.2009
- Delivered high-quality emergency care to diverse patient populations in fast-paced environment.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify urgent medical needs and prioritize interventions effectively.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA06-2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN06-2003
Skills
- IV therapy management
- Management of PORT, PICC and peripheral lines
- Patient and family education
- Acute and chronic disease management
- Comprehensive patient assessments
- Effective clinical decision-making
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Complex Problem-solving
- Hands on patient care
Certification
- Certified Oasis Specialist
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice
01.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
06.2003 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kaplan University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Central Lakes College
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