Alyssa Wallace

• Conducts individualized patient care for variety of patient populations: Post-Partum (Mother/Baby), Women's Health, Medical/Surgical, Pediatrics in accordance with established guidelines and standards of nursing practice.
• Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Prevented spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Postpartum (Mother/Baby)

• Managed care plans for postpartum patients, ensuring personalized and effective treatment.
• Facilitated smooth transitions from labor and delivery to postpartum units by coordinating timely transfers and thorough report handoffs.
• Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
• Assisted physicians with procedures including performing circumcisions on newborns as needed.
• Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
• Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
• Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
• Reduced hospital readmission rates by implementing individualized discharge plans for postpartum patients.

Women's Health & Medical/Surgical

• Displays superior skills in bedside care and and assessments, identifying abnormalities, and implementing proper preventative care.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
• Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
• Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
• Performs wound care, dressing changes, and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
• Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
• Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in treatment plan.

Pediatrics

• Improved patient comfort with introduction of child-friendly treatment areas, making hospital visits less intimidating for young patients.
• Administered vaccinations and routine health checks to ensure wellbeing of young patients.
• Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing hospital readmissions and promoting long-term wellbeing.
• Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
• Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.