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ALLISON DUDLEY

Grant,FL

Summary

Highly skilled Emergency Room Nurse with 3 years of experience in a community hospital setting, specializing in triage and critical care. Proficient in rapid patient assessment, advanced life support interventions ( ACLS, BLS, PALS ), and trauma stabilization. Adept at working under pressure, making swift clinical decisions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes, Experienced in coordinating seamless transitions between pre-hospital and hospital care, working closely with EMS and transport teams. Passionate about delivering high-quality emergency room care in dynamic environments with a strong foundation for transitioning into flight nursing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Cape Canaveral Hospital- Emergency Department
01.2022 - Current

-Triage and patient care: Perform rapid assessments and utilize critical thinking to determine patient acuity and prioritize care based on severity

-Emergency Interventions: Administer life-saving treatments, including CPR, airway management, and advanced cardiac life support

-Medication Administration: Safely administer IV fluids, medications, and blood products per physician orders.

-Diagnostic Testing: Assist with lab draws, EKGs, and bedside diagnostic procedures for prompt diagnosis.

-Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.

-Patient and Family Education: Provide clear instructions on discharge plans, medications, and follow up care.

-Crisis Management: Respond to cardiac arrests, stroke alerts, and visitor emergencies with precision and efficiency.

-Electronic Health Records: Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately in EHR systems.

-Infection control and Safety: Adhere to hospital protocols for infections prevention, PPE use, and safety compliance.

ED Tech II- Paramedic

Cape Canaveral Hospital- Emergency Department
09.2014 - 01.2022
  • Stabilized patients by providing wound care, splinting fractures, and managing airway obstructions.
  • Utilized portable ECG machines to monitor patients' heart activity during emergency transport.
  • Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
  • Enhanced team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration during high-pressure emergency situations.
  • Managed challenging or combative patients using de-escalation techniques and appropriate physical restraints when necessary, prioritizing safety for both the patient and medical team.

EMT-Paramedic

Coastal Health Systems
09.2013 - 03.2015
  • Applied advanced airway management techniques to secure patient airways in critical situations.
  • Operated defibrillators to provide life-saving electrical therapy during cardiac emergencies.
  • Executed rapid trauma assessment procedures to identify life-threatening conditions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
  • Documented patient care accurately using electronic medical records software according to regulatory guidelines for billing purposes and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
  • Streamlined patient handoff processes at hospitals by clearly communicating relevant information to receiving staff, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL
12-2021

No Degree - Paramedic Certification

Florida Medical Training Institute
Melbourne, FL
11-2011

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • High level of autonomy
  • Emergency procedures

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Cape Canaveral Hospital- Emergency Department
01.2022 - Current

ED Tech II- Paramedic

Cape Canaveral Hospital- Emergency Department
09.2014 - 01.2022

EMT-Paramedic

Coastal Health Systems
09.2013 - 03.2015
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Associate of Science - Nursing

Eastern Florida State College

No Degree - Paramedic Certification

Florida Medical Training Institute
ALLISON DUDLEY