ALPHONSA ALEX
Takoma Park
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new RN with years of clinical experience at Medstar Washington Hospital Center and other healthcare settings, skilled in phlebotomy and EKG interpretation. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective communication. Proven ability to stabilize critical situations, ensuring timely interventions and promoting patient recovery in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician, EP Lab
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
11.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Performed IV Insertion, blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
Patient Care Companion
DC Health Care Inc
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted patients with daily activities, promoting independence and overall wellbeing.
- Nurtured trusting relationships through active listening skills and Reduced anxiety for patients and their families by offering emotional support and addressing concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of exceptional care and genuine empathy towards individual needs.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Promoted patient recovery by assisting with range of motion exercises and ambulation as directed by healthcare providers.
Nurse Intern- ER, IMC
St. Joseph's Hospital
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Delivered high-quality wound care, effectively reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Facilitated efficient patient admissions and discharges, streamlining hospital processes for improved workflow.
- Managed critical patient situations, stabilizing conditions and preventing further complications.
- Prepared, administered, and documented medications and intravenous infusions on physician orders.
Student Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team in different departments- Med-Surg Units, ICU, OR, Cardiac Units, Psychiatric Units, Dialysis Unit, Emergency Department, etc.
- Contributed towards a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
Education
Nursing
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
Kerala, India01-2020
Skills
- Basic life support, CPR (AED)
- Phlebotomy techniques
- EKG interpretation
- Patient care
- Documentation
- Team player
- Communication
- Blood glucose testing
- Compassionate care
- Safety protocols
Certification
- Registered Nurse - DC board of nursing
License number: RN500327408
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- AHA BLS - CPR (AED)
Languages
English
Malayalam
Tamil
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, EP Lab
Medstar Washinton Hospital Center
11.2021 - Current
Patient Care Companion
DC Health Care Inc
02.2021 - 11.2021
Nurse Intern- ER, IMC
St. Joseph's Hospital
09.2019 - 02.2020
Student Nurse
St. Joseph's Hospital
02.2016 - 08.2019
Nursing
St. Joseph's College of Nursing
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