Allison Dreger
West Chester,PA
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in orthopedic, telemetry, and medical-surgical nursing, seeking transition into critical care. Strong foundation in cardiac monitoring, post-operative management, and early recognition of clinical deterioration. Experienced Charge Nurse of a 24-bed unit with responsibility for patient flow, staffing coordination, and clinical prioritization. Proven preceptor for new nurses, supporting development of clinical judgment and safe patient care. Known for strong critical thinking, organization, and ability to manage multiple high-acuity patients in fast-paced, unpredictable environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lankenau Medical Center
Wynnewood, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Provide care for up to 6 patients per shift, including telemetry and post-operative patients with complex comorbidities
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize abnormalities, and escalate care appropriately
- Manage post-surgical patients with drains, wounds, and varying levels of acuity, identifying complications early
- Serve as Charge Nurse for a 24-bed unit, coordinating staffing, admissions, patient flow, and clinical decision-making
- Precept and mentor approximately multiple new nurses, supporting development of clinical skills, prioritization, and safe patient care practices
- Perform advanced clinical skills including IV insertion, venipuncture, drain and line management, and complex wound care
- Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe and skin assessments, recognizing subtle changes in patient condition
- Maintain thorough, accurate documentation in Epic in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and respond to acute changes in condition
- Demonstrate strong time management and prioritization while managing multiple high-acuity patients
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient satisfaction scores through targeted strategies.
Nurse Extern
Lankenau Medical Center
Wynnewood, PA
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses promptly.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported patient mobility and assisted with daily living activities efficiently.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to care team.
- Performed venipuncture independently for routine and stat lab collections while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Trained new nurse externs on hospital procedures and best practices effectively.
- Managed and monitored surgical drains, ensuring appropriate function and accurate output assessment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA05-2022
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring & rhythm recognition
- Early recognition of patient deterioration
- Post-operative and surgical patient management
- Drain, line, and wound care
- IV insertion & venipuncture
- High-acuity prioritization & time management
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Epic documentation
- Precepting & leadership
- Medication and IV administration
- IV infusion titration
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association – Active
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – In Progress
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lankenau Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Nurse Extern
Lankenau Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Thomas Jefferson University