- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Embracing outdoor adventures such as trail walking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Sandra Alexander
Auburn,USA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) recently board-certified after 15+ years of professional nursing experience in high-acuity Emergency and Trauma settings. Committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care across the lifespan. Skilled in health assessment, chronic disease management, health promotion, and patient education. Excels in building trust with patients and families, maintaining composure under pressure, and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma Emergency Registered Nurse
Northside Gwinnett Hospital
06.2003 - Current
- Delivered emergency and trauma care in a high-volume ER, managing patients with life-threatening injuries and illnesses.
- Worked collaboratively with physicians to stabilize critical cases and ensure rapid patient flow.
- Supervised nursing teams for a 110-bed trauma unit, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
- Educated patients and families regarding discharge instructions and symptom management.
Family Practice Clinical Rotation
South University Family Practice Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments across the lifespan to 32- 38 patients a day.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions under preceptor supervision.
- Educated patients on preventive health, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Utilized electronic medical records (EMR) for documentation and care coordination.
- Developed diagnostic and management plans consistent with scope of practice.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University Online
Savannah, GA11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS12-2013
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS12-1993
Skills
- Health Assessment & Diagnosis
- Family Practice & Preventive Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Patient & Family Education
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Clinical Decision-Making
- Compassionate Patient Advocacy
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Complex Problem-solving
- Diagnosis formulation
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Medical terminology
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
- Georgia Nurses Association
Certification
- Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C), ANCC/AANP, 2024-01-01
- Registered Nurse (RN), Georgia, 163671
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Trauma Nurse Specialist (TNS)
Interests
Personal Information
- Title: Family Nurse Practitioner
- ID Type: RN License
- ID Number: 163671
Timeline
Family Practice Clinical Rotation
South University Family Practice Clinic
01.2023 - 01.2024
Trauma Emergency Registered Nurse
Northside Gwinnett Hospital
06.2003 - Current
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
South University Online
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Arts - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women