Registered Nurse
Alisa Gray
Shands UF
Grand Island,FL
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkConsulting
Location Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location:
Grand Island, FL
Open to relocation:
No
Minimum Desired Compensation
$60/hr
Important To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCareer advancementPersonal development programsWork from home optionHealthcare benefits
21
Years of experience
Experienced healthcare professional with extensive clinical expertise and a proven track record in delivering exceptional patient care. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes, along with a deep understanding of healthcare protocols and the management of complex conditions. Committed to developing strong relationships with patients and families through effective communication and providing excellent customer service.
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
2 Years- Monitored telemetry rhythms and promptly managed cardiac status change by notifying providers, administering medications, and titrating IV therapies per provider orders.
- Prioritized complex assignments to ensure safe, timely bedside care delivery.
- Managed post–open heart surgery recovery for patients by delivering new medication education, clarifying physical limitations, setting recovery expectations, and coordinating follow-up care.
- Coordinated discharge care planning with medical practitioners, therapy services, care managers, and patient caregivers to facilitate optimal recovery outcomes.
- Provided patient education on diagnosis, medication use, and treatment plan to maintain understanding and engagement in care.
- Mentored new nurses on cardiac unit, fostering critical thinking clinical skills and team development.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare providers to enhance continuity of care for patients.
Emergency room nurse
5 Years 11 Months- Conducted rapid patient assessments and communicated findings to physicians to support prompt treatment.
- Delivered assigned therapies and medications ensuring consistent, efficient, high-quality nursing care.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapy, and case management to align services and provide comprehensive patient care
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress toward goals in electronic health records systems.
- Maintained thorough understanding of best-practice protocols across processes and procedures.
- Coordinated communication with patients and caregivers regarding diagnosis, treatment plan, and discharge instructions.
PACU and Medication Management Registered Nurse
3 Years 7 Months- Managed postoperative patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Evaluated patient needs using first-hand knowledge and clinical judgment, advocated for patients under care, and enacted prescribed treatment plans.
- Coordinated outpatient follow-up appointments and discharge requirements to ensure seamless continuity of care.
- Oriented new staff to PACU procedures, workflows, and best practices, facilitating effective onboarding and consistent patient care.
- Reviewed inventory needs and ordered medications, maintaining adequate stock levels to support patient care.
- Received incoming pharmacy medications, ensured accurate stocking in designated locations, and maintained clean, organized pharmacy environment.
- Maintained accurate compliance records, disposed expired medications properly, and completed monthly pharmacy inventories.
Admissions Clinician
1 Year 2 Months- Facilitated family meetings to discuss goals of care and establish or modify advance directives.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Provided education to patients and families on diagnosis, illness progression, and home care techniques to ensure consistent care.
- Coordinated timely discharge planning through active collaboration with case managers, nurses and physicians for smooth transitions from acute care settings to home-based or in-patient hospice care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints as well as current symptoms and wrote medicare hospice guidelines required for admission to hospice.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
9 Years 11 Months- Collaborated with colleagues to support each other during challenging situations, contributing to a positive work culture.
- Anticipated potential complications in critically ill patients through vigilant assessment of vital signs trends and EKG changes, initiating prompt interventions.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, antihypertensives and inotropes closely monitoring patient's reactions for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Reviewed care plan and medication side effects with patients and caregivers using plain language to improve understanding.
- Participated in quality improvement efforts to strengthen patient safety outcomes and improve patient satisfaction within the progressive care unit.
- Precepted new nursing staff by sharing clinical expertise and guiding professional development.
- Coordinated care plans with physicians, respiratory therapy, and interdisciplinary nursing teams.
Charge Nurse, PCU and Relief House Supervisor
7 Years 11 Months- Worked as part of an interdisciplinary rapid response team to identify deteriorating patients, determine appropriate interventions and initiate appropriate care plans.
- As house supervisor conducted regular rounds on all units to assess overall functioning of the department while addressing any issues or concerns that arose.
- Created work schedules for multiple shifts to ensure adequate coverage for all areas of the PCU, adjusting the schedule as required to meet the various needs of the floor and staff.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication, teamwork, and professional growth opportunities for nursing staff.
- Conducted regular rounds on all units as house supervisor to assess the overall functioning of the department and address issues or concerns.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated patient flow across unit, balancing admissions, discharges, and bed assignments.
- Collaborated with physicians, case managers, and ancillary teams to support timely care.
Travel Registered Nurse PCU
1 Year 4 Months- Served as travel nurse in PCU float pool at Level 1 trauma center, providing critical care in high-pressure environments.
- Adapted swiftly to changing unit assignments while ensuring high-quality care delivery across diverse clinical settings.
- Advocated for patients using clinical expertise to implement prescribed treatment strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Assessed rapidly changing patient conditions and initiated timely interventions during emergencies.
Cardiovascular PCU Registered Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition or post-operative complications, promptly notifying physicians and implementing necessary interventions.
- Administered medications to manage patient pain and adjusted doses based on individual needs.
- Provided education to patients and families on disease processes, self-care techniques, and health management strategies for home.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and actively participating in training sessions.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive client information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and agency policies.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
1 Year- Provided comprehensive care and support to individuals recovering from surgery and managing chronic conditions, enhancing their recovery experience.
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly responding to changes in patient status.
- Ensured seamless transitions of care by accurately documenting patient information and delivering concise handoffs during shift changes, promoting continuity of care.
- Maintained patient safety as the highest priority through vigilant monitoring for potential hazards, mitigating risks in the healthcare environment.
- Educated patients and families on diagnoses, medications, discharge instructions, and recovery expectations.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Clinical Judgment
Patient advocacy
Problem-solving
Chronic disease management
Patient education and counselling
Organization and multitasking
Documentation accuracy
Care coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Shands UF
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
PACU and Medication Management Registered Nurse
Surgery Center of Mount Dora
03.2021 - 10.2024Read More
Emergency room nurse
Advent Health Waterman
11.2020 - 10.2026Read More
Admissions Clinician
Cornerstone Hospice
08.2019 - 10.2020Read More
Charge Nurse, PCU and Relief House Supervisor
AdventHealth Waterman
11.2010 - 10.2018Read More
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Advent Health Waterman
09.2009 - 08.2019Read More
Travel Registered Nurse PCU
Travel Nurse Solutions/Jackson Nurse Professionals
02.2008 - 06.2009Read More
Cardiovascular PCU Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital Orlando
10.2006 - 02.2008Read More
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
09.2005 - 09.2006Read More
Adventist University of Health Sciences
Associate of Science in Nursing from Nursing
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Certificationsawards
- Florida Hospital Waterman Employee of the Year 2013.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support