Alisha Ayon
Harlingen,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Military Nurse
Air National Guard
06.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skilled in triage during mass casualty events; prioritized treatment based on severity of injuries while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Streamlined clinic processes by implementing standardized documentation procedures, improving efficiency and accuracy of records management.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist Children's Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to foster smooth transitions of newborns to maternal child unit.
Aerospace Medical Technician
Texas Air National Guard
06.2014 - 06.2022
- Assisted doctors, nurses and other staff with completing surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
- Ensured proper maintenance of medical equipment through regular inspections, calibration, and repairs as needed.
- Promoted a culture of safety and awareness by conducting regular briefings on aerospace medicine topics for flight personnel.
- Maintained high levels of readiness by participating in regular disaster preparedness drills and exercises involving simulated aircraft emergencies.
- Contributed to successful audits by maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards governing aerospace medicine practices and procedures.
- Provided critical support during aeromedical evacuation missions, ensuring the safe transport of patients requiring advanced care.
- Educated patients about treatments, medications and home care for conditions.
Cardiopulmonary Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
02.2012 - 06.2014
- Assisted physicians and surgeons during procedures, monitoring patients and implementing physician orders.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive cardiopulmonary assessments and monitoring vital signs.
- Set up equipment and supplies for testing, liaising with technicians to troubleshoot errors and implement fixes.
- Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
- Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
- Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
- Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX08.2020
Associate of Allied Health Sciences - Health Sciences
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL08.2020
Associate of Nursing - Nursing Science
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX12.2018
Skills
- Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
- Occupational health
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nursing staff leadership
- Newborn care
- Health Promotion
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) certification
Timeline
Military Nurse
Air National Guard
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Methodist Children's Hospital
04.2019 - 07.2023
Aerospace Medical Technician
Texas Air National Guard
06.2014 - 06.2022
Cardiopulmonary Technician
United States Air Force Reserve
02.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Allied Health Sciences - Health Sciences
Community College of The Air Force
Associate of Nursing - Nursing Science
San Antonio College