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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Alexa McDougall

Bethpage,NY

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with experience at Northwell Health, specializing in Orthopedic, Neurosurgery and Trauma on a Medical-Surgical Unit. Demonstrates exceptional patient support, mentoring staff, and improving recovery outcomes. Proven leadership in high-stress environments, ensuring patient safety and fostering team cohesion. Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care. Current registered nurse looking to further education with an advanced degree.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health
Manhasset, NY
09.2023 - Current
  • Specialized training on an orthopedic, neurosurgery, trauma floor.
  • Provided patient education, postoperative care instructions, and monitored post-surgical patients to ensure stability.
  • Oversaw floor operations as charge nurse, addressing patient and family concerns.
  • Mentored new hires on the floor, ensuring smooth integration and adherence to protocols.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Administered IVs and performed blood draws for lab testing.
  • Administered medications via IV, SubQ, and IM routes.
  • Initiated and monitored blood transfusions, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.

Camp Counselor

Anne Brower School and Camp
Cold Spring Harbor, NY
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Led a group of 10 four-year-olds, ensuring their safety and engagement in daily camp activities.
  • Maintained accurate program records, including incident reports, logs, and daily attendance reports.

Party Host

Bounce! Trampoline Sports
Syosset, New York
08.2017 - 08.2023
  • Hosted children's birthday parties, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment.
  • Checked in birthday parties and managed the supervision of over 50 children and adults
  • Guided children through various activities, ensuring a fun and engaging experience.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY
05-2023

Skills

  • Admitting and discharging patients
  • IV management, Medication Administration, Blood administration
  • Phlebotomy
  • Patient assessments
  • Pre and post operative patient care
  • Precepting
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Family and patient support
  • Documentation and charting

Accomplishments

  • North Shore University Hospital Orthopedic Nurse of the Year 2024
  • Truly Together Northwell Recognition
  • Truly Compassionate Northwell Recognition

Affiliations

  • Collaborative Care Council Co-Chair
  • North Shore University Hospital Interdisciplinary Council Member
  • Northwell Health Truly Award Ambassador
  • Preceptor
  • IV Champion

Certification

New York State Board of Nursing License

Basic Life Support

Identifying and Responding to Anaphylaxis

Mandated Reporter Training

Narcan Rescue Training

Stop the Bleed Training

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Northwell Health
09.2023 - Current

Camp Counselor

Anne Brower School and Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023

Party Host

Bounce! Trampoline Sports
08.2017 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Molloy College

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