ALICIA NICOLE BURKE-FLEMMING
New Caney,Texas
Summary
Registered Nurse with 19yrs of experience providing quality care to a wide cross section of patients. Committed to delivering exceptional care and support to patients in order to help them enhance their quality of life.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Med-Surgical Telemetry Unit
Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Improved workflow efficiency within the unit through active collaboration with nursing staff during high-pressure situations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall telemetry unit performance metrics and patient satisfaction scores.
- Promoted a positive team environment through active participation in staff meetings, sharing best practices, and providing constructive feedback to colleagues.
- Supported nursing staff in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support to patients and families.
Medical Surgical / Trauma Unit
SHANNON Medical Centre
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Cases handled: Gunshot wound, Fractured hip and knees, Bowel Obstruction, Amputation.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to five surgical patients per day.
Accident and Emergency
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Triaged incoming patients based on level of injury or illness
- Administer medications as per doctors' orders
- Assisted doctors during suturing and wound care
- Maintained contact with laboratory staff to report any initial findings to doctors
- Being ready to respond and equipped to deal with medical emergency
- Maintained patient records as per policy
- Worked with doctors to keep patients and relatives informed in a timely manner
- Organized workload to ensure patient needs are met
- Cases handled: Gunshot wounds, Fractures, Cardiac cases like Myocardial infarction, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Burns, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Chronic and Acute Renal Failure, Allergic Reactions, Psychotic behavior, Seizure, Acute Asthma Attack
- Special Equipment: Cardiac monitor, Suction machine, Defibrillator, Glucometer, Cervical collar.
- Boosted productivity by training and guiding student nurses and junior employees.
Maternal and Gynecology Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Reduced complications in high-risk pregnancies through careful monitoring and collaboration with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Bathing, weighing and measuring infant upon delivery
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated ability to assess patient's understanding of and compliance with instructions and health care teaching
- Established a trusting relationship with patients and relatives
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Assisted doctors in collecting specimens for biopsies, prepping patients for pre and post-surgical procedures
- Cases handled: Miscarriage, Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, Hypertension, Hysterectomy, Tubal ligation, Cesearian section, Hyperemesis, Deep vein Thrombosis, Diabetes in pregnancy, Bereavement care
- Special Equipment: Electrocardiogram, Intravenous pumps, Weighing scale, Blood pressure apparatus, Portable oxygen device.
Medical Ward Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Caring for patient requiring blood transfusion
- Responsible for giving NGT feeds and medications
- Checking the oxygen level at all times
- Engaged in diagnosis related health promotion to patients
- Responsible in turning patient every 2 hours to enhance pressure area care
- Responsible for adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Cases handled: Diabetics i.e
- Hypoglycemia and Hyperglycemia, Blood transfusion, Renal Failure, Cardiac cases like Cardiac arrest and Myocardial infarction, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary disease, Cancer patients, Alcohol related liver disease, Malnutrition, Alzheimer disease, Parkinson's disease
- Special Equipment: Electrocardiogram, Air mattress, Cardiac monitor, Blood pressure apparatus, Intravenous and syringe driver pumps.
Orthopedic Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Assessed the psychological impact of injury and provided appropriate psychological support
- Management and care of patients with a chest tube
- Teaching patients and family pin care, cast and wound care
- Liaised with other member of the multidisciplinary team regarding discharge needs
- Planned and assessed care to patients with complex pain management needs
- Supported and encouraged patients with post mobilization needs
- Cases handled: Dislocation and subluxation of joints, Hip and limb fractures, Compartment syndrome, Fat embolism, Pressure ulcer care, Osteoporosis, Hemarthrosis, Amputation, Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Special Equipment: Electrocardiogram, Suction machine, Weights and pulleys, Blanket warmers, Intermittent pneumatic compression device.
General Surgery Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Preoperative and Postoperative care and management
- Maintained a safe environment when caring for patients
- Able to prioritize nursing care, recognize deterioration in patient condition and alert senior staff
- Used effective communication, both written and verbal with all levels of staff, patients and relatives
- Contributed to the learning environment for nursing students and trainee doctors
- Took the nursing history, summarized data, and states nursing diagnoses and patient care needs
- Cases handled: Cholelithiasis, Pancreatitis, Appendicitis, Wound care and management, Narcotizing fasciitis, Epistaxis, Colectomy, Amputation, Mastectomy, Whipples surgery
- Special Equipment: Electrocardiogram, Suction machine, Wound vacuum pump, Blanket warmers, Portable oxygen.
Urology and Vascular Nursing
The Royal Surrey County Hospital
06.2005 - 11.2007
- Provided clinical care and education for the patient with catheter changes, self-catheterization, and trial without catheter
- Ensured the effective delivery of competent care to assigned patients
- Observed and recorded signs, symptoms, and behaviors
- Executed plan of care for all assigned patients safely and properly administered medications and treatments
- Intravenous cannulation and care of site
- Performed admission, discharge and transfer procedures while assisting others with patient's activities and care
- Maintained patient's privacy and confidentiality of information and records at all times
- Cases handled: Amputations, Prostatectomy, Vein stripping, Transurethral resection of the prostate, Urostomy, Acute urinary retention, Urinary incontinence, Haematuria
- Special Equipment: Electrocardiogram, Hoist, Patient controlled analgesia pumps, Bladder scanner, Insulin infusion pumps.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education in Adult Nursing -
University of Surrey
England, UK 01.2005
Caribbean Examination Council Certificate -
Vessigny Government Secondary
Trinidad And Tobago01.1991
Skills
- Adaptable learning
- Therapeutic Communication
- Cardiac monitoring
- Wound and Ostomy Care
- Electrocardiogram Interpretation
Certification
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- NIH Stroke Scale (American Heart Stroke)
References
- Kedis Scott McKensie, Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse, Kcsm_08@yahoo.com, 1(407) 272-9849
- Tenia Cornwall, Charge Nurse/ Registered Nurse, redo620@hotmail.com, 1(929)394-8176
Swimming, Travel
I enjoy travelling and learning of new cultures,
Timeline
Med-Surgical Telemetry Unit
Memorial Hermann Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Medical Surgical / Trauma Unit
SHANNON Medical Centre
11.2021 - 05.2022
Accident and Emergency
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2021
Maternal and Gynecology Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2016
Medical Ward Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
Orthopedic Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
General Surgery Nursing
San Fernando General Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2010
Urology and Vascular Nursing
The Royal Surrey County Hospital
06.2005 - 11.2007
Diploma of Higher Education in Adult Nursing -
University of Surrey
Caribbean Examination Council Certificate -
Vessigny Government Secondary
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- NIH Stroke Scale (American Heart Stroke)
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