Alycia Goodson
Gallatin,TN
Summary
Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2022 - Current
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Paramedic
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Identified appropriate medications based on potential interactions with other medicines, accurately calculating correct dosages according to drugs on hand and patient's weight.
- Monitored vitals, set up PCA, fluids, and assimilated patients to unit.
- Administered tests and medication to stabilize patients.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Paramedic
Nashville General Hospital
Nashville, TN
03.2019 - 07.2021
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Communicated with medical professionals in medical terms to relay patient needs and maintain accuracy.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
Education
Master of Science - FNP & ENP
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Birmingham, AL08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Nashville, TN03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
South College
Nashville, TN08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN12.2018
Skills
- Advanced Cardiac lfe support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life support (PALS)
- Emergency assessment and triage
- Suturing and wound care
- Splinting and Orthopedic assessment
- Airway management
- Differential diagnosis formulation
- EHR proficiency (EPIC, Cerner, Meditech)
- Interdisciplinary communication
- Patient Advocacy
- Chronic disease management
- Pediatric care
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- Good Catch Award
- Student Excellence Award
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Vanderbilt Medical Center
07.2022 - Current
Paramedic
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
07.2021 - 07.2022
Paramedic
Nashville General Hospital
03.2019 - 07.2021
Master of Science - FNP & ENP
University of Alabama At Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
South College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
South College
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Volunteer State Community College