Alexandria Lewis
Myrtle beach,SC
Summary
Highly motivated, conscientious, compassionate and patient-oriented Professional Registered Nurse. Committed to providing patient-centered care using evidence-based practices to achieve positive outcomes and improve quality of life. Strong communication skills with the ability to develop a positive rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carolina Bone & Joint Surgery Center
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in PACU surgical settings.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and rehabilitation protocols for enhanced recovery outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
Registered Nurse
Shore Outpatient Surgicenter
03.2023 - 11.2024
- Registered Nurse in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit proficient in: monitoring patient condition including: vital signs, interpreting and tracking EKG readings as well as identifying irregular telemetry readings followed by updating providers on changes in stability or acuity, starting intravenous fluids, administering oral and IV medications, documentation of strict intake and output
- Reviews and implements post-operative orders
- Educates patient and families on medical-surgical procedures
Registered Nurse - Trauma Acute Care Unit/ Medical Surgical
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Initial and ongoing assessments and development of nursing care plans; documenting patient progress; central line care and management; peripheral IV insertion
- Trauma Patients: pre/post-operative patient care; chest tube management; NG tuvbe care and management
Registered Nurse – Surgical-Trauma Step Down Care Unit
Stony Brook University Hospital
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Trauma Patients: pre/post-operative patient care; chest tube management; tracheostomy care and suctioning; external fixators; wound vacs; neurovascular monitoring
- Neurosurgery Patients: post-operative care for craniotomies/VP shunt revisions/spinal fusions/tumor resections/laminectomies/cerebral embolizations
- General Surgery/Colorectal Patients: post-operative care for exploratory laparotomies/hernia repairs/colectomies/colostomies; NG tube care and management; tube feedings
- COVID-19 Patients: caring for patients on respiratory support including high flow nasal cannulas/non-rebreather and venturi-masks/BiPap; chest physiotherapy
Education
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts & Science
Suffolk County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College
12.2019
Skills
Professional Registered Nurse with South Carolina Licensure
Professional Registered Nurse with New York State Licensure
Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association
Certification
- Professional Registered Nurse with South Carolina Licensure
- Professional Registered Nurse with New Jersey State Licensure
- Professional Registered Nurse with New York State Licensure
- Basic Life Support Certified – American Heart Association
- BLS Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carolina Bone & Joint Surgery Center
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Shore Outpatient Surgicenter
03.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse - Trauma Acute Care Unit/ Medical Surgical
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
05.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse – Surgical-Trauma Step Down Care Unit
Stony Brook University Hospital
04.2020 - 03.2021
Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts & Science
Suffolk County Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Molloy College