Alyssa Vukas
Otisville,NY
Summary
Registered Nurse with 5 years of experience in providing patient care in medical- surgical, oncology, home health, correctional, and memory care/nursing home environments. I am highly organized and able to multitask effectively. I am able to triage patients and treat accordingly. Patient satisfaction is important to me even while dealing with staffing shortages or a busy shift.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
10.2022 - Current
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Performed mental health evaluations when warranted and recommended patients to therapists.
- Created and implemented care plans for prisoners suffering from chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Medication pass for over 50 inmates
Home Health Registered Nurse
MGA Home Healthcare
01.2022 - 06.2022
- 1:1 Nurse for pediatric patients
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
- Trach insertion, suctioning and care
- Ventilator management
- G-tube feedings and medication administration
- Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Better Healthcare
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Home health care case manager. Managed LPNS, CNAS, and other care team members who cared for my assigned patients.
- Wound Care
- PICC line dressing change and care
- Foley care/insertion
- Case management and nursing care plans using OASIS.
- Communication with doctors regarding patient's care.
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Treated various types of med-surg patients
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Administered Chemotherapy
- I am strong at starting and maintaining IV's
- Treated patients with multiple forms of cancer and different chemotherapy related side effects.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
SNF Registered Nurse
Springs Ranch Memory Care
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Treated and dealt with various types of dementia patients
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Coordinated care with different hospices and rehab facilities for patients and their families.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pikes Peak State College
Colorado Springs05.2018
Skills
- BLS
- Prior Chemotherapy Certified
Timeline
Correctional Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare Staffing
10.2022 - Current
Home Health Registered Nurse
MGA Home Healthcare
01.2022 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Better Healthcare
06.2021 - 01.2022
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 06.2021
SNF Registered Nurse
Springs Ranch Memory Care
06.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Pikes Peak State College