Anna Alford
Summary
Dedicated NICU RN committed to promoting safe, high-quality care through collaboration and integrity, aligned with the Memorial Hermann Mission and Vision. Expertise in influencing the application of evidence-based practice for neonatal patients, ensuring optimal outcomes and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Passionate about empowering others through knowledge and best practices in neonatal health.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Coordinator II – Special Care Nursery and NICU
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
Houston, Texas
2022 - Current
- Facilitated learning opportunities through structured training and orientation plans for all new employees in the Special Care Nursery.
- Achieved seamless opening of the Special Care Nursery in November 2022 through effective collaboration with leadership team on staffing plan. Enhanced unit flow efficiency. Secured necessary supplies and equipment for operational readiness.
- Current Membership: Nursing Practice and Staffing Effectiveness Council, NICU UBC, Peer Review Committee, Neonatal QAPI Council, Neonatal Collaboration Task Force, NICU Quality Improvement Task Force, Newborn Delivery Room Resuscitation Workgroup, MH Epic/Infusion Pump Integration
Registered Nurse IV – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
2012 - 2022
- Education Extender roles as a Super User and Nurse Champion; assisted with NICU Core Curriculum training for new RNs, Preemie Pearls, annual competencies and in-services
- Permanent Charge Nurse (2017-2022); evaluation of staffing needs and floor assignments, assessing budget constraints; primary resource to staff; assist with; attend all high risk deliveries as member of the Neonatal Rapid Response Team; coordinate communication between Women’s and Children’s units to promote teamwork; resource to other units
- Graduate of the 2017-2018 Charge Nurse Academy; developed Discharge Process for NICU
- Provide total patient care of up to 4 neonates including assessments, lactation support, patient education, and care plan initiation and implementation; Level II and III experience
- Maintenance of lines including PICC, UVC, UAC, and PALs; insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs; lab specimen collection via arterial, venous, and capillary puncture
- Management of respiratory support including ventilators (conventional and HFOV), NIPPV, CPAP, nasal cannula, Vapotherm, Oxyhood; iNO administration
- PNAP-E first obtained July 2019
- Magnet Council Co-Chair 2018, 2014 Magnet Quality Chair for NICU; 2013 Developmental Care Committee
- Cross-trained to Pediatrics; Handtevy trained
Registered Nurse III– Newborn Nursery & Transition
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
2008 - 2012
- Delivered comprehensive patient care for up to 4 newborns, including assessments, lactation support, patient education, and care plan updates.
- Attended vaginal and cesarean deliveries and provided care during transition period
- Relief Charge Nurse
- NICU Level I and Pediatrics
- Magnet Quality Chair for Newborn Nursery; Pediatric Steering Committee; Peer Review Committee
Registered Nurse – Mother/Baby and Nursery
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
Arlington, Texas
2004 - 2007
- Provided total patient care to 4 couplets including assessments, lactation support, patient education, and care plan initiation and implementation
- Relief Charge Nurse with responsibility of supervising RNs and Unit Secretary; evaluated staffing needs and floor assignments; acted as a staff resource
- NICU Level I and Pediatrics
- 2007 Employee of the Month; Clinical Practice Council
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington2004
Skills
- RNC-NIC Workshop Presenter
- Nurse Residency Seminar Facilitator for NICU Cohorts
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Outreach for MH Pearland ED
- MH NRP 7th and 8th Ed System Implementation
Certification
- The S.T.A.B.L.E Program Lead Instructor 2021 – present
- NCC Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing (RNC-NIC) 2019 - present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor and Mentor, form. Regional Trainer (NRP) 2012 – present
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Provider (NRP) 2004 – present
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) 2004 – present
Accomplishments
- Magnet Nursing Excellence Award for Structural Empowerment 2025
- Good Samaritan Foundation Excellence in Nursing Bronze Award 2025
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Employee of the Year Nominee 2025
Timeline
Clinical Coordinator II – Special Care Nursery and NICU
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
2022 - Current
Registered Nurse IV – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
2012 - 2022
Registered Nurse III– Newborn Nursery & Transition
Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
2008 - 2012
Registered Nurse – Mother/Baby and Nursery
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
2004 - 2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington