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Alissa Eaton

Woodland

Summary

Hardworking registered nurse well-versed in primary care. Treats patients of all ages and specializes in delivering effective quality nursing care. Performs in stressful and crisis situations and interprets and applies policies and procedures with good judgment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

NMHS Wound Care and Hyperbarics
07.2024 - Current

Assess and prepare patients for hyperbaric oxygen procedures

Performing initial and ongoing patient assessments of wounds

Collect labs if needed

Record patient’s wounds condition and vitals to providers and case managers

Perform multiple different wound care dressings (NPWT, TCC EZ casts, Compression wraps, etc)

Monitor patient during 90 minute HBO treatment

Case manager for providers if needed (ordered tests, labs, collaborate with home health/nursing homes, order patient supplies, etc)

Registered Nurse

Webster Urgent Care
10.2021 - 06.2024
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Administered IM and PO medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Treated and monitored wounds using liquid skin, sutures and bandages.
  • Delivered initial treatment for patients with fractures and bone breaks (stabilized with splints)
  • Gave IV fluids as needed

Registered Nurse

North Mississippi Health Services-Womens
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • 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.
  • Established a safe and nurturing environment for the newborns under my care, ensuring their emotional wellbeing.
  • Increased staff competency by leading training sessions on neonatal care techniques and best practices.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up support for new parents.
  • Promoted a safe and nurturing environment for newborns, implementing proper hygiene practices and infection control measures.
  • Improved family bonding experiences by advocating for skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support during the immediate postpartum period.

Registered Nurse

North Mississippi Medical Center
06.2019 - 05.2022
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
  • Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
  • Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
  • Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
  • Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Treated patients with strokes, head traumas, comas and intracranial hematomas.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Trace Regional
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
  • Documented all medications administered to mental health patients, following instructions from physicians and healthcare providers.
  • Served as lead clinician for patients with bipolar, depression, anxiety and personality disorders.
  • Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy of medications.
  • Conducted 15-minute and unscheduled checks on patients, immediately responding to hazardous incidents or crises to maintain safe milieu.

Education

Kinesiology

Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Itawamba Community College
Tupelo, MS
05.2019

Associate of Arts -

Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS
05.2016

Skills

  • Unit administration
  • Patient monitoring
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Ventilator care
  • Nursing Plan Development
  • Diabetes management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Infectious disease control
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Coordinating referrals
  • Patient discharging
  • IV and venipuncture certified

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Pediatric Life Support (PALS) Certification (Might have let expire but can easily be updated)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification (May have let expire but can be certified again ASAP)
  • TB Certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse

NMHS Wound Care and Hyperbarics
07.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse

North Mississippi Health Services-Womens
08.2022 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse

Webster Urgent Care
10.2021 - 06.2024

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Trace Regional
08.2020 - 05.2021

Registered Nurse

North Mississippi Medical Center
06.2019 - 05.2022

Kinesiology

Mississippi State University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Itawamba Community College

Associate of Arts -

Itawamba Community College
Alissa Eaton