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Alison Cook

Griffith,IN

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with 9 years of clinical experience in Intermediate Care, Step Down, and Telemetry Units. Dedicated to maintaining high standards of practice to ensure quality of care for patients. Strong communicator with proven adaptability in high-stress situations. Proficient in patient advocacy and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Northwest Health La Porte
Laporte, IN
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • Provided direct patient care in the Intermediate Care Unit.
  • Cross-trained in multiple roles within hospital's Intensive Care Unit, enhancing team flexibility and patient care.
  • Trained new graduate Registered Nurses and new hires, enhancing their onboarding and skill development.

Registered Nurse

Northwest Health Porter
Valparaiso, IN
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Contracted as an Internal Travel nurse working between Northwest Health-Laporte and Northwest Health-Porter.
  • Provided direct patient care in the Progressive Care and Intermediate Care units.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.

Registered Nurse

St. Catherine Hospital
East Chicago, IN
08.2014 - 11.2021
  • Provided intermediate care to high-acuity patients, ensuring safety and comfort during critical recovery phases.
  • Cross-trained in ICU and ED units, enhancing flexibility and support across departments.
  • Charge nurse/Circulator.
  • Trained and mentored newly hired RNs and nurse externs, enhancing their clinical skills and confidence.
  • Assisted management with staffing and scheduling, optimizing nurse allocation to meet patient needs.

Education

Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN
12.2013

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish- International Studies

Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN
12.2010

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Critical care support
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • EMR trained in EPIC and Cerner
  • Problem solving proficiency
  • Team leadership experience
  • Effective communication
  • Professional bedside manner

Certification

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (Exp. Aug 01, 2023)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support(Exp. Aug 01, 2023)
• NIHSS
• Telemetry/EKG

Languages

  • English, Fluent
  • Spanish, Conversational and basic medical terminology

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Northwest Health Porter
06.2022 - 01.2023

Registered Nurse

Northwest Health La Porte
11.2021 - 07.2023

Registered Nurse

St. Catherine Hospital
08.2014 - 11.2021

Bachelors of Science in Nursing - Nursing

Purdue University Calumet

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish- International Studies

Purdue University Calumet
Alison Cook