Linda Alexander
Tolleson
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified Clinical RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings 45+ year record in field.
Diligent RN with robust background in delivering comprehensive healthcare services within educational settings, psychiatric and behavioral health settings. Successfully managed student health programs and addressed wide range of medical needs, ensuring student well-being and safety. Demonstrated expertise in emergency response and health education, fostering supportive and healthy learning environment.
Has worked with detoxing patients, mental health patients and patients with psychiatric needs.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School RN
Larry C. Kennedy School
08.2024 - Current
- Administered first aid and emergency care to students, ensuring health and safety during school hours.
- Conducted health screenings and immunization programs to promote student wellness and compliance with state regulations.
- Developed individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions, coordinating care with parents and healthcare providers.
- Educated staff on health policies and procedures, fostering a safe environment for students and staff alike.
- Implemented school-wide health education initiatives, addressing topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and mental health awareness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support students' physical and emotional well-being through tailored interventions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, enhancing operational efficiency and improving patient care standards within the school setting.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Enhanced student health by implementing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
- Established strong relationships with parents; communicating about their children''s health needs regularly to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Served as a resource for faculty and staff on health-related issues, providing training sessions on topics such as first aid and allergy management.
- Ensured timely medical attention for students by efficiently managing the school clinic and triaging cases.
- Improved student immunization rates through diligent record-keeping, communication with parents, and partnership with local healthcare providers.
- Increased awareness of mental health issues among the school community through educational presentations and outreach efforts.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased accuracy and safety in daily operations.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary team members to address complex health conditions requiring specialized care coordination.
- Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
RN Staff Nurse
MBHNA
08.2022 - Current
- Patient care
- Continuously assess health status of patients
- Develop treatment plans for each patient
- Continuous evaluation and observation of patients
- Patient education
- Patient medications
- Work with team to develop plan of care for each individual patient
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
RN Clinical Manager
Bayada Home Health
01.2014 - 06.2022
- Oversaw adherence to federal, state and company requirements and regulations.
- Improved client engagement with care planning and exceptional customer service.
- Facilitated orientation, competencies and skills validation processes for [Job title]s.
- Developed clinical staff with regular evaluations and annual feedback sessions.
- Educated team members, patients and family members on care plans, medication regimes and protocols.
- Conducted clinical interviews and assisted with hiring decisions for staff of [Number].
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Over-site of all disciplines in the field
- Reviewed all documentation
- Over-site of Covid testing and exemption status
RN Staff Nurse BHU
Verde Valley Medical Center
02.1984 - 02.2014
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Performed nursing rounds to complete scheduled tasks and interact with patients.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Explained treatment procedures, medication side effects, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Facilitated strategic goals aimed at increasing satisfaction and improving outcomes through compassionate, precise and high-quality nursing care.
- Mentored new nurses on practices and procedures to drive patient outcome goals.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
RN Staff Nurse
Verde Valley Guidance Clinic
09.2006 - 12.2008
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety.
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications.
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZAssociate of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05.1975
Skills
- Medication and IV Administration
- Charting and Documentation
- Clinical Leadership and Supervision
- Clear Patient Communication
- Diet and Nutrition
- Care Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Care Assessment
- Nursing Consultation
- Treatment Preparation
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Accurate Documentation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient Care Oversight
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Procedure Assistance
- Creative Problem Solving
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient Examination
- Intake and Discharge
- Wound Care
- Taking Vital Signs
- Building Trust and Rapport
- Dispensing Medication
- HIPAA and Confidentiality
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- Unit Oversight
- Infection Control Process Coordination
- Infection Control Procedures
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Disaster Site Triaging
- Infection Control
- Routine Examinations
- Delegation and Motivation
- Direct Patient Care
- Infection control measures
- Nutrition counseling
- Parent communication
- Mental health support
- Time management mastery
- First aid
- Emergency care proficiency
- Record keeping
- Diabetes management
- Cultural sensitivity
- Allergy management
- Student advocacy
- Behavioral intervention
- Pediatric nursing expertise
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Special needs accommodation
- Chronic disease management
- Individualized care planning
- Epilepsy monitoring
- Immunization
- Health education delivery
- Stress management techniques
- Immunization record review
- Acute illness recognition
- Problem-solving
- Hearing and vision screening
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- HIPAA requirements
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Epipen administration
- Patient assessments
- Immunization administration
- Behavioral evaluations
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Medical terminology
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Emergency care
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide awareness training
- Attention-deficit disorder experience
- Health screening
- Student health evaluation
- Student needs assessment
- Family education
- Rapport building
- Electronic records management
- Lice control procedures
- Program development
- Injury treatment
- Emergency services coordination
- Child health education
- School health surveys
- Regulatory compliance
- Medical screening
- Minor injury treatment
- Medical consultation
- Health program evaluation
- Communication
- Infectious disease control
- Allergic reaction procedures
- Health care consultation
- First aid and CPR
- Immunization protocols
- Emergency health planning
- Medication administration guidelines
- Student care management
- Student nutrition oversight
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Strong clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- CPR certification
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Creative problem solving
- Dementia care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care assessment
- Patient education
Certification
- Training: CPI 5/25/25-5-25/26
CPR: 09/15/24-09/15/26
- License - RN 032109 09/08/1975-04-01/2027
- Fingerprint card: 07/13/2023-07/13/2029
Education and Training
true
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
School RN
Larry C. Kennedy School
08.2024 - Current
RN Staff Nurse
MBHNA
08.2022 - Current
RN Clinical Manager
Bayada Home Health
01.2014 - 06.2022
RN Staff Nurse
Verde Valley Guidance Clinic
09.2006 - 12.2008
RN Staff Nurse BHU
Verde Valley Medical Center
02.1984 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
University of Phoenix