Alison McDonald
Dexter,MO
Summary
Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cypress Point
11.2020 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sikeston Convalescent Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Restorative Aide
Sikeston Convalescent Center
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to facility policies and procedures during all aspects of patient care delivery.
- Assisted patients with range-of-motion exercises, promoting flexibility and preventing muscle atrophy.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to supervising therapists, maintaining effective communication among team members.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN-RN Bridge
Three Rivers
Poplar Bluff, MO12-2024
Diploma - LPN
Sikeston Practical Nurse Program
Sikeston, MO06-2019
High School Diploma -
Dexter High School
Dexter, MO05-2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- EMR / EHR
- Patient and family advocacy
- Collecting vitals
- Problem-solving abilities
- CPR Certification
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Dressing
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Cypress Point
11.2020 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Sikeston Convalescent Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
Restorative Aide
Sikeston Convalescent Center
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Associate Degree in Nursing - LPN-RN Bridge
Three Rivers
Diploma - LPN
Sikeston Practical Nurse Program
High School Diploma -
Dexter High School
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