Rachael Alligood
Willingboro,NJ
Summary
Current registered nurse seeking to expand current nursing skills and experience while staying within an atmosphere that promotes teamwork, ethics, and compassion towards patients and their care
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prime Healthcare- Lower Bucks
Bristol, PA
04.2025 - Current
- Assessed and triaged patient conditions to prioritize emergency care needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, health management, and follow-up care.
- Monitored vital signs and provided critical interventions in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Temple University Hospital- Jeanes Campus
Philadelphia, PA
04.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department as charge nurse in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Jeanes Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Coordinated seamless transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough handoff reports and clear communication among team members.
- Contributed to the development and successful implementation of new clinical policies and procedures that led to improved patient outcomes.
- Developed and maintained efficient scheduling processes, resulting in optimal staffing levels for consistent patient care.
- Oversaw admissions and discharges and scheduling of nursing staff.
- Interacted effectively with department managers to promptly correct problems and improve services.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jeanes Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
06.2015 - 06.2021
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jeanes Hospital
Philadelphia, PA, USA
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PA05.2014
Skills
- Competent administration of oral and intravenous medications
- Leadership skills (Charge RN)
- Thorough assessment of patient condition
- Effective management of critical patients
- Ethical behavior
- Triage RN
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Pediatric Life Support Certification (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Prime Healthcare- Lower Bucks
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Temple University Hospital- Jeanes Campus
04.2022 - Current
Clinical Nursing Supervisor
Jeanes Hospital
06.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Jeanes Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jeanes Hospital
02.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Family University