Allison Garcia
Camden,AR
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ouachita County Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Performed invasive procedures such as central line insertions or arterial catheter placements with precision and confidence when necessary for optimal patient outcomes.
- Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care between critical care and other hospital units by maintaining effective communication with receiving staff and providing thorough handoff reports.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Bernice Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Contributed to the accreditation process by maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations for nursing standards.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Optimized staffing levels to maintain an appropriate nurse-to-patient ratio, promoting quality of care without exceeding budget constraints.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to expand access to healthcare services beyond facility walls.
Registered Nurse
Medical Center of South Arkansas
06.2017 - 10.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the critical care unit, resulting in increased efficiency and improved patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
No Degree -
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Magnolia, AR05-2017
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Broadview University
Meridian03-2013
Associate of General Studies -
Southern Arkansas Tech
East Camden, AR05-2009
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Emergency care
- IV insertion
- Intensive care unit experience
- Central line management
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Airway management
- Cardiac care
- Chest pain management
- Chronic disease management
- Procedure preparations
- Diabetes management
- Lab result interpretation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- NIH Stroke Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ouachita County Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
South Arkansas Regional Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
12.2021 - 12.2022
Assistant Director of Nursing
Bernice Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
10.2020 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse
Medical Center of South Arkansas
06.2017 - 10.2020
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Academy of Pediatrics.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- NIH Stroke Certification
No Degree -
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Arkansas University
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Broadview University
Associate of General Studies -
Southern Arkansas Tech
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