Alyssa Strachan
Scottsbluff,NE
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-centered care. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Monument Care and Rehabilitation Center
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Advocated for patient needs, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monument Care And Rehabilitation Center
05.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Certified Medication Aide
Monument Care And Rehab
03.2018 - Current
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Prepared medication doses accurately by following medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
- Interacted with patients and monitored vital signs during time of admission to report details to registered nurse.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monument Care And Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - Current
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Education
Associates Degree - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE05.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
Scottsbluff, NE05.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Scottsbluff Senior High School
Scottsbluff, NE05.2013
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Infection Control Procedures
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Quality Patient Care
- Behavior Redirection
- Client Documentation
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Monument Care and Rehabilitation Center
05.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Monument Care And Rehabilitation Center
05.2021 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Monument Care And Rehab
03.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Monument Care And Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - Current
Associates Degree - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
Diploma - Nursing
Western Nebraska Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Scottsbluff Senior High School
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