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Crichelle Alger

Mesa,Arizona

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus, and expertise in discharge management. Hardworking, excellent clinical knowledge and judgment combined with strong documentation, vitals monitoring and problem-solving abilities. Well-versed in managing emergent cases with grace and efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Neurosurgery OR RN

St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
  • Prepared surgical suite according to surgery and surgeon preference
  • Collaborated with the surgical team to ensure the highest safety and surgical standards for the patient
  • Initiated corrective actions upon adverse information from monitoring equipment
  • Collaborated with physicians and other health care providers to develop a care plan for the patient during surgery
  • Adhered to AORN standards of perioperative practice
  • Stocked supplies, prepared operating rooms, and managed post-operative patient care.

Neuro Rehab RN

St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Observe and assess patients
  • Monitor and report symptoms and changes in patient status
  • Collaborate with medical interdisciplinary team on patient status
  • Administer treatments and medications
  • Provide educational, emotional, and psychological support to patient and family members.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Banner Gateway Medical Center
Gilbert , AZ
10.2013 - 07.2015
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Homestead Hospice
Chandler, AZ
03.2012 - 09.2013
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Mesa Healthcare Center
Mesa, AZ
06.2010 - 03.2012
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Client: Cindy Gosper
Mesa, AZ
01.2009 - 06.2010
  • Transported patient to appointments or other locations using wheelchairs and personal vehicle.
  • Assisted patient with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary needs of quadriplegic patient.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas within the home.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

Arizona State University
12.2023

Associate of Applied Science: Nursing -

Maricopa Community College-Mesa
05.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Arizona Medical Training Institute
05.2009

Skills

  • Public speaking
  • Electronic charting
  • Patient monitoring, care, & safety
  • SBAR communication
  • Emotional awareness
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Managing personal care

Timeline

Neurosurgery OR RN

St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center
04.2022 - Current

Neuro Rehab RN

St. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical Center
07.2020 - 03.2022

Certified Nursing Assistant

Banner Gateway Medical Center
10.2013 - 07.2015

Certified Nursing Assistant

Homestead Hospice
03.2012 - 09.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

East Mesa Healthcare Center
06.2010 - 03.2012

Care Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant

Private Client: Cindy Gosper
01.2009 - 06.2010

Bachelor of Science: Nursing -

Arizona State University

Associate of Applied Science: Nursing -

Maricopa Community College-Mesa

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Arizona Medical Training Institute
Crichelle Alger