Bobbie Jo Alexander
6144 Xavier Ct. Arvada,Colorado
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse that is dedicated to providing individualized patient care by identifying patient needs through my keen assessment skills. Committed to patient advocation and giving the best-in-class patient care through assessment, implementation, evaluation and education. Continually strive to find ways to increase and enhance patient care and satisfaction. I work well with diverse patient populations and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. I believe collaboration within the team is essential in identifying the plan for our patients which will ultimately result in the best patient outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in clinic during both scheduled and walk-in nurse visits. Help determine, clarify and educate patients/families on the next steps in their plan of care.
- Continually update patient charts with data such as medications, scans, labs, outside records to keep patients information current which in turn keeps providers informed and supports individualized treatment plans for the best patient outcomes.
- Manage care from initial clinic visit, through surgery and during post-operative phase from an outpatient perspective.
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options. Assist patients and families implement interventions to meet their treatment goals.
Charge RN
SCL Lutheran Medical Center
08.1996 - 01.2019
- Developed keen assessment, critical thinking and leadership skills while being in charge of a 37 bed unit with various specialty areas such as surgical care, orthopedic care, and medical care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management strategies, promoting adherence to treatment plans and self-care routines.
- Maintained an organized clinical environment conducive to efficient workflow by regularly evaluating unit needs and implementing necessary adjustment. Able to effectively manage the flow of incoming patients with discharging patients while supporting the needs of the staff on the unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive care coordination.
- Served as primary liaison between physicians and nursing staff, maintaining clear communication channels for optimal patient care delivery.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of patients and staff members at all times. Responded to multiple Rapid Response calls and assisted the primary nurse in assessing the patient.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Contributed to higher patient satisfaction ratings by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care to all patients regardless of background or condition.
- Improved continuity of care across shifts through concise shift reports detailing pertinent updates on patients'' conditions and treatment plans.
- Cared for patients' wounds and changed dressings.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses. Had to be aware of unit productivity while keeping in mind the level of acuity on the unit.
- Continually updated clinical knowledge by attending conferences, seminars or webinars related to Charge Nursing competencies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO12.2003
Skills
- Cultural Competence
- Medication Administration
- Patient Education
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Health Promotion
- Pain Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Discharge Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Compassion and Empathy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Lab Result Interpretation
Timeline
RN
UCHealth University Of Colorado Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Charge RN
SCL Lutheran Medical Center
08.1996 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Front Range Community College
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