Allexa D. Velazquez
Miami,FL
Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive knowledge in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency room environment. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care, stabilize critically ill patients, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Equipped with advanced certifications in BLS, ACLS and PALS, demonstrating a strong commitment to patient safety, advocacy, and education, even in high-pressure scenarios. Known for efficiently managing large patient volumes while focusing on quality, safety, care, and professionalism.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Emergency Department
Miami, Fl
11.2025 - Current
- Delivered culturally competent, patient-centered care in high-volume emergency department focused on oncology and immunocompromised patients.
- Rapidly assessed and stabilized patients with sepsis, neutropenic fever, and multi-organ dysfunction.
- Collaborated with oncology, hematology, surgical oncology, and critical care teams for timely diagnostics and interventions.
- Initiated and managed Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) protocols in critical situations.
- Titrated high-risk medications and managed ICU-level drips in acute care scenarios.
- Educated patients and families on treatment complications, infection prevention strategies, and symptom management.
Emergency Department Registered Nurse (DPC RN)
Baptist Hospital South Florida
Miami, FL
07.2023 - 10.2025
- Deliver culturally competent, patient-family-centered care in a high-volume, fast-paced emergency room, managing care for over 300+ patients daily, including ICU and step-down level patients.
- Demonstrate mastery of core nursing competencies such as patient assessment, technical skills, communication, critical thinking, and rapid response interventions to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, respiratory therapists, technicians and other healthcare professionals, to plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care in alignment with evidence-based practices and standards of safety, quality, and service.
- Perform critical interventions, including advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and pediatric advanced life support (PALS), utilizing emergency protocols to stabilize acutely ill or injured patients.
- Manage complex care coordination, ensuring comprehensive treatment plans are communicated clearly to patients and their families while delivering patient education and advocating for safety and well-being.
- Maintain flexibility and accountability, adapting to high-pressure situations with strong organizational and leadership skills to prioritize patient needs and ensure smooth departmental operations.
- Recognized for exceptional teamwork, communication, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary care team, enhancing patient care and improving overall team efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Consistently commended for patient advocacy, providing compassionate care while managing complex medical conditions in emergency and critical care scenarios.
- Received recognition for maintaining high-quality care standards under pressure.
Scholar Nurse Partner
Baptist Hospital South Florida
Miami, FL
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in direct patient care under RN supervision, including admission, vital sign monitoring, and patient education.
- Gained hands-on experience in IV site care, patient ambulation, and the discharge process.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure patient safety and comfort throughout their hospital stay.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Miami, FL05.2023
Associate Degree - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL01.2020
High School Diploma -
TERRA Environmental Research Institute (Biomedical Magnet Program)
Miami, FL01.2014
Skills
- Emergency Room Care
- Critical Patient Stabilization
- Patient Advocacy and Education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Patient assessment
- Management of Complex ICU drips
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
Certification
- Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Care Life Support (BLS)
Associations
Emergency Nurses Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University of Miami Emergency Department
11.2025 - Current
Emergency Department Registered Nurse (DPC RN)
Baptist Hospital South Florida
07.2023 - 10.2025
Scholar Nurse Partner
Baptist Hospital South Florida
02.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Associate Degree - Pre-Nursing
Miami Dade College
High School Diploma -
TERRA Environmental Research Institute (Biomedical Magnet Program)