Alyssa Baugh
Harvest,AL
Summary
Registered Nursing professional in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Crestwood Medical Center
Huntsville, AL
11.2024 - Current
- Managed care for 28+ critical care patients and a 1-bed trauma bay during emergency interventions in a Level 3 trauma facility.
- Performed thorough assessments and triage to quickly identify critical patient needs and ensure timely medical intervention.
- Assisted physicians with emergency procedures including sedation, intubation, central line insertion, wound care, fracture setting, and suturing.
- Performed critical interventions to stabilize patients, focusing on medication delivery, IV line setup, and respiratory assistance.
- Advanced initiatives for patient rights and ethical care practices, prioritizing respect and dignity in all patient interactions.
- Coordinated seamless patient transfers to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided Care for 16+ Critical Care patients and 2 Bed Trauma Bay on emergency interventions in Level 3 trauma Facility.
- Assisted Physicians to Provide exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as insertion of central lines, Sedation, insertion of endotracheal tubes and ventilator management.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
Nurse Apprentice
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in diverse clinical settings under guidance of licensed nursing staff to meet educational standards and deepen nursing knowledge.
- Executed medication administration for oral, intramuscular, and IV routes, maintaining accurate records of patient responses and allergy updates.
- Utilized healthcare management software to efficiently enter orders for diets, laboratory tests, and x-rays while conveying critical patient information.
Emergency Room Technician II
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported nursing staff and physicians in delivering high-quality, competent patient care during diverse emergencies.
- Facilitated triage processes to prioritize ESI levels for patients with severe complications.
- Supported unit secretaries by preparing essential paperwork for emergent patient transfers.
PCA, Medical Surgical Floor
Decatur Morgan Hospital
Decatur, AL
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided care to 60+ Medical/ Surgical patients and responsible for promoting independence for patient ADLs, obtaining vital signs and blood glucose checks while examining patient conditions and monitoring for acute changes.
- Assisted nursing staff with diverse care needs of patients such as total care, bathing, recording intake/ output results, and if needed post mortem care.
- Abide HIPPA regulations by protecting patient information and committed to hospital health safety standards policy and procedures.
Merchant Services Representative
Redstone Federal Credit Union
Huntsville, AL
03.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed customer interactions to ensure effective resolution of payment processing issues, enhancing overall client satisfaction.
- Engaged potential clients to effectively promote merchant services, fostering strong relationships to secure new accounts and improve client retention.
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for new merchants to enhance understanding of system functionalities and optimize payment processing efficiency.
Lead Member Service Representative
ALABAMA CREDIT UNION
Huntsville, AL
03.2015 - 03.2019
- Directed team of member service representatives, delivering guidance, support, and training to enhance service quality.
- Directed resolution of escalated customer inquiries and concerns, utilizing advanced problem-solving skills.
- Led team in providing exceptional member service and resolving complex inquiries.
- Streamlined membership onboarding process, enhancing member experience and retention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Athens State University
Athens, AL01-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL12-2023
Skills
- IV/IO Insertion
- Medication administration
- Chest Tube Management
- Cardioversion
- Wound Care
- Moderate Sedation
- Ventilator Management
- Assistance with Emergency Intubation
- Central Line Management
- Infusion Management
- Infection Control
- Patient assessments
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Multistate License: Alabama Board of Nursing, January 2024
- Nurse Apprentice License: Alabama Board of Nursing, September 2022- December 2023
- Licensed Practical Nurse: Alabama Board of Nursing, June 2023- December 2023
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 2024
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) 2024
- Basic Life Support (BLS) 2024
- The National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) 2025
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) 2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Crestwood Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Decatur Morgan Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
Nurse Apprentice
Decatur Morgan Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2023
Emergency Room Technician II
Decatur Morgan Hospital
05.2022 - 09.2022
PCA, Medical Surgical Floor
Decatur Morgan Hospital
07.2021 - 05.2022
Merchant Services Representative
Redstone Federal Credit Union
03.2019 - 09.2021
Lead Member Service Representative
ALABAMA CREDIT UNION
03.2015 - 03.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Athens State University