Tina Aleaxander

• Educated and trained patients and their care partners on how to perform home dialysis treatments, providing on going clinical support, ensuring patients can independently manage their treatments safely and effectively, and maintaining the necessary skills for home equipment operation, supply management, and trouble shooting.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
• Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.

Delivered care to patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in an outpatient setting, providing direct care, overseeing patient care technicians, setting up and monitoring dialysis equipment, assessing vital signs, educating patients, and collaborating with a care team to manage the disease and associated co-morbidities.

• Administered patient care, including medication management and vital sign monitoring, ensuring adherence to protocols.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
• Educated patients and families on health management, promoting wellness and understanding of treatment options.
• Supervised nursing staff, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance team performance and patient outcomes.

• 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.

• Monitored and assessed patient vital signs to ensure optimal care in high-acuity environments.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting understanding of treatment options.
• Assisted in training new nursing staff on ICU procedures and best practices for patient care.