Alissa Ramirez

• Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise programs of orientation, in-service training, workshops, and continuing education to meet educational and developmental needs of staff.
• Lead educational initiatives to ensure quality patient care and customer satisfaction. Serves as a leader in the development, training, and monitoring of nursing practice standards.
• Act as a resource and liaison to the VUMC community by serving on hospital wide committees or task forces.
• Promote evidence-based practice by integrating research findings into educational content and delivery methods.
• Maximize learner engagement by utilizing various teaching strategies, including simulations, case studies, group activities, and interactive lectures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in various areas of nursing practice, providing valuable input on curricular decisions and resource allocation.

Procedural RN- Electrophysiology Lab

• Circulating RN during cardiac procedures. Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.

Relief Charge Nurse - Cardiac Step down Unit

• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions on Cardiac Step down Unit.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.