Margaret (Meg) Alismail
registered nurse
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Dedicated, caring, hard worker with excellent communication, time management, computer & people skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill all needs. Frequently praised as hardworking and a team player by my peers, I can be relied upon to help in any way needed.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Registered Nurse
Vestavia Pediatrics
12.2006 - 10.2011
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Alabama
05.2004 - 12.2006
- Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions given by each physician.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
12.2003
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S - NURSING
Samford University
12.2002
Skills
- Clear Patient Communication
- Decision Making
- Patient Care Assessment
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Accurate Documentation
- Procedure Assistance
- Family and Patient Support
Additional Information
- CAREER OBJECTIVE EXPERIENCE EDUCATION SKILLS
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental and emotional status to assist with care needs. Developed individualized plan of care to perform appropriate treatments as ordered by physician. Prepared patients for examinations, procedures and treatments and assisted healthcare professionals during operations. Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being. Developed and recorded treatment plans as directed by physician. Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings. Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs. Compassionate and Caring Blood Draw and Sample Collection Clear Patient Communication Immunizations and Vaccinations Patient Care Assessment Monitoring Vital Signs Accurate Documentation Patient Examination
Special note
- I have been a very dedicated mother to my four sons for the last 15 years, worked part time for a while and then stayed home to raise them. I have missed my calling as a nurse more than anything and am ready to return to it for a long time.
Certification
bachelor of science in nursing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Brookwood Medical Center
05.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Nurse
Vestavia Pediatrics
12.2006 - 10.2011
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital of Alabama
05.2004 - 12.2006
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S - NURSING
Samford University
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