Alyxandria Barajas
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Nephrology Clinic Registered Nurse
Christus Children's Hospital
San Antonio
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop care plans.
- Educated families on health management and procedures.
- Recorded medical information in electronic medical records system.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Assessed patient needs for durable medical equipment orders or home health services.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' conditions and reactions to drugs and treatments.
- Answered patient questions regarding their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and other health data.
- Conducted 24 hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring on patients and reported findings to provider.
Registered Nurse
Christus Health
San Antonio
02.2018 - 03.2024
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness, and reported any adverse reactions.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in pediatric nursing specialty.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX12-2017
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Task Prioritization
- Interpersonal Communication
- Supervision and Leadership
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Student Precepting
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient education
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award Recipient
- Designated Charge Nurse
- Preceptor
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- Certified Pediatric Nurse
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pediatric Nephrology Clinic Registered Nurse
Christus Children's Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Christus Health
02.2018 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science -
University of The Incarnate Word