Alexandra Cox
Bethel Park
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Student Nurse Intern at UPMC Washington Hospital, skilled in patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork. Successfully collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and comfort during their hospital stay.
Offering compassionate and attentive approach, eager to learn and develop in healthcare setting. Brings foundational understanding of nursing principles and ability to quickly grasp new concepts and procedures. Ready to use and develop skills in patient care and clinical support in nursing role.
Developed strong patient care and clinical support skills in healthcare environment, seeking to transition into new field. Proficient in communication, teamwork, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Focused on leveraging transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Positive, empathetic, and reliable, with solid foundation in nursing fundamentals and patient care best practices. Knowledge of medical terminology and patient assessment techniques, coupled with proficiency in basic clinical skills such as vital signs monitoring and administering medications. Committed to delivering compassionate care and contributing to patient well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Washington Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted nurses with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety for diverse patient populations.
- Performed vital sign measurements and documented results accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported staff in implementing infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for optimal results.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and empathetic support during their hospital stay.
- Completed thorough patient assessments, contributing valuable information for treatment decisions.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Washington Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Supported daily activities, including feeding and mobility assistance, promoting patient independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans effectively.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Monitored vital signs, weights, intake and outake, and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, attentive, and high quality care
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Provided nutritional support by assisting patients with meals, catering to individual dietary needs.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Enhanced patient recovery by applying therapeutic techniques as instructed by physical therapists.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
Bethel Park, PA05-2022
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- Charting and documentation
- Compassionate and caring
- Sanitation
- Medication administration
- Vital sign assessment
- Patient assessment
- Health promotion
- Infection control
- Patient care
- Emotional support
- Patient advocacy
- Catheter care
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Patient support
- Problem Solver
- Multitasker
- Communication and Teamwork
Certification
Basic Life Saving
Timeline
Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Washington Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Washington Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Duquesne University
High School Diploma -
Bethel Park High School
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