Laura Alcala
Gallup,NM
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for a wide range of patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Empathetic for the physical, mental and emotional challenges patients experience. Combination of diverse clinical experience, academic excellence, and interpersonal skills. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain high quality healthcare practices.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Registered Nurse
RMCHCS
GALLUP, NM
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting to wide range of patients from pediatric end-of-life
- Monitored vital signs including pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and respiration rate.
- Performed daily rounds to assess patient condition and provide education to families regarding treatments and prognoses.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, including intravenous fluids and antibiotics.
- Evaluated laboratory results to determine patient response to therapy or medication changes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, interventions and patient progress in electronic medical records system.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care by facilitating family meetings and providing support during difficult times.
- Facilitated communication between patients and families and healthcare providers throughout the course of their stay.
- Assumed charge nurse responsibilities when needed, including delegating tasks to other staff members.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Nursing Clinical Experience
University Of New Mexico
Gallup, NM
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Develop and implement nursing care plans for patients and coordinate with multidisciplinary team members to facilitate integrated and comprehensive care.
Unlicensed Real Estate Assistant (Part-time)
Re/Max Select
Albuquerque, NM
08.2017 - Current
- Organize, prioritize, and upload all documents in compliance system with time sensitive deadlines for real estate transactions
- Work remotely and collaboratively with Real Estate Broker to obtain signatures on all pertinent documents to real estate transaction.
Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist, Accounting Assistant (Full-time)
Radiology Associates of Albuquerque, P.A
Albuquerque, New Mexico
02.2010 - 02.2014
- Work closely with Department Managers and Administrators to ensure payroll accuracy of over 100 employees and 30 physicians
- Implement and manage primary compensation packages inclusive of various benefit options working one-to-one with employees regarding payroll deductions, benefits, and tax consequences
- Aide in the fulfillment of various physician and employee reimbursements, allotments, and other compensatory programs
- Responsible for quarterly and yearly reports and transmittals in addition to 1099s & W2s
- Work daily with Contract Representatives and third-party Vendors to verify the correct and timely payment of invoices, check disbursements, and electronic transmittals using internal company A/P protocols
Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
University of New Mexico
05.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration: Finance -
Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business
05.2009
Skills
- Immunizations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Compassionate Care
- Health Promotion
- Ventilator management
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Monitoring vitals
- IV setup
- Evidence-based practices
- Patient Advocacy
- Evaluations
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Airway Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- BLS
- ALCS
- PALS
- RN License #64729
Leadership Experience
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), Team Leader for Light the Night, 2014, 2015, 2016
- Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Keynote Speaker for Man and Woman of the Year Fundraiser, 2015
Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
RMCHCS
08.2021 - 04.2024
Nursing Clinical Experience
University Of New Mexico
01.2019 - 05.2021
Unlicensed Real Estate Assistant (Part-time)
Re/Max Select
08.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable & Payroll Specialist, Accounting Assistant (Full-time)
Radiology Associates of Albuquerque, P.A
02.2010 - 02.2014
Bachelor of Science: Nursing -
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Business Administration: Finance -
Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business