Kimberly Alexander
Harmony,NC
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Iredell Memorial Hospital
Statesville, North Carolina
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall patient outcomes.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses at Iredell Memorial Hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control procedures consistently.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital procedures and patient care standards, improving onboarding efficiency and team integration. on hospital policies and best practices in patient care.
- Facilitated effective communication among physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated patient care.
Paramedic
Iredell County EMS
Statesville, North Carolina
07.2017 - 11.2023
- Responded to emergency calls and provided immediate medical care.
- Treated patients suffering from heart attacks, strokes and motor vehicle accident injuries.
- Assessed patient conditions and determined appropriate treatment plans.
- Explained each step of treatment to conscious patients to reduce fear and invoke calm.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures during transport.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Operated emergency vehicles safely during transport to medical facilities.
- Organized supplies for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications, disease prevention methods and self-care techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC 01.2022 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Wilkes Community College
Wilkesboro, NC 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Triage assessment
- Emergency care
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Documentation
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Training and mentoring
- Communication skills
Certification
- NIHSS
ACLS
BLS
PALS
TNCC
EPNC
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Iredell Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Mitchell Community College
01.2022 - 05.2023
Paramedic
Iredell County EMS
07.2017 - 11.2023
Associate of Science - Emergency Medicine
Wilkes Community College
08.2016 - 05.2018