Alyssa Winkleman
Enid,OK
Summary
Driven Registered Nurse with 21.5 years of experience caring for patients within medical/surgical, home health, pediatric and cardiac/critical care setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment. I am compassionate about providing quality care to my fellow Oklahomans.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Clinical Specialist Observer
Autry Technology Center
Enid, OK
02.2024 - Current
- Observe Nursing Assistant students of Autry Tech, nursing home programs in the area and other technology centers while they perform skills for state registration.
- Instruct Certified Medication Assistants on medications, infection control and best practices.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center
Enid, OK
02.2022 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic/acute cardiac illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided before, after and post operative education for cardiac catheterization, pacemaker/ICD implantation.
- Monitor, record telemetry.
- Provide care to pediatric patients with acute/chronic respiratory illnesses.
- Provide care for pediatric patients before and after general surgery.
- Precept new employees and students.
- Performed the duties of a charge nurse.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Elara Caring
Enid, OK
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
- Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
- Created detailed documentation of patient health history including lab results, treatments and medications prescribed.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions according to established protocols.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
- Provided education and counseling on health promotion, risk reduction strategies, disease prevention and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
- Analyzed test results and communicated findings to physicians in order to develop effective treatment plans.
- Implemented interventions based on evidence-based practice guidelines while working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
- Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Carter Home Healthcare
Enid, OK
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided direct patient care and management of acute medical issues in a timely manner.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
- Developed relationships with patients to ensure they received the highest quality of care.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Integris Bass Baptist Health Center
Enid, OK
05.2015 - 01.2017
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient conditions to ensure optimal care.
- Provided direct nursing care including medication administration, wound dressing and catheterization.
- Performed daily assessment of patient's vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and disease process management.
- Maintained a safe environment by complying with standards, procedures, rules and regulations.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Identified changes in patient condition or behavior; reported any significant findings to physician promptly.
- Facilitated discharge planning processes through collaboration with other departments and agencies involved in patient care plan development.
- Ensured proper implementation of infection control practices throughout the unit..
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plan of care accordingly.
- Managed acute pain crises using appropriate pharmacological agents while monitoring side effects.
- Provided emotional support to families during times of crisis or stress related to illness or hospitalization.
- Initiated emergency measures when necessary for life threatening situations.
- Adhered to safety protocols such as fall prevention strategies, universal precautions and isolation procedures.
- Instructed new staff members on policies and procedures specific to the step down unit setting.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Observed, evaluated, recorded and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of residents.
- Regulated medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists and physicians to develop exercise plans tailored to patient's specific needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Northern Oklahoma College
Enid, OK05-2010
Practical Nursing - Nursing Education
Autry Technology Center
Enid, OK07-2002
High School Diploma -
Enid High School
Enid, OK05-1997
Skills
- Wound Care
- Diabetes Management
- Emergency Response
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Infectious Disease Control
- Critical Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Medical Assessment
- Care Planning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Supply Restocking
- Chart Updating
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Patient Discharging
- Treatment Planning
- Family and Patient Support
- IV and Venipuncture Certified
- Flow Sheet Charting
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Evaluations
- Culturally Sensitive
- Immunization Skills
- Tracheostomy Care
- [Software] Use
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- IV Setup
- Medical Evaluation
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Documenting Vitals
- Medical Screening
- Vascular Care Understanding
- Nursing Plan Development
- Gastroenteral Nutrition Education
- Epic EHR Management
- Collecting Vitals
- Intake and Discharge
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Strong Medical Ethic
- Patient Monitoring
- Team Coordination
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- Patient Discharge
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Staff Supervision
- Home Health Care
- Physical Assessments
- Pediatric Nursing
- HIPAA Education
- Infant CPR Certified
- Compassion and Empathy
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Cardiac Care
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Licensed RN
- Medication and IV Administration
- Taking Vitals
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Clinical Specialist Observer
Autry Technology Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Elara Caring
06.2019 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Carter Home Healthcare
06.2017 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Integris Bass Baptist Health Center
05.2015 - 01.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Education
Northern Oklahoma College
Practical Nursing - Nursing Education
Autry Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Enid High School
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