Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Allison Ward

Allison Ward

Colorado Springs

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate Charge Nurse in the Medical Intensive Care Unit at UCHealth Memorial Central, skilled in evidence-based nursing and staff education. Successfully advocates for patient needs, ensuring optimal care, with a smile and friendly attitude. Known for personal integrity and a goal-driven approach, I excel in high-pressure environments while providing emotional support to families.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Charge Nurse-

UCHealth Memorial Central
Colorado Springs
08.2022 - Current
  • Donor Alliance resource coordinator co-chair. Educated ICU nurses on organ donor patients and served as a liaison between hospital staff and organ procurement team to ensure proper communication and continuity of care
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Registered Nurse- Mother Baby-

UCHealth Memorial North
Colorado Springs
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provided compassionate, evidence-based care to postpartum patients and newborns, including vital sign monitoring, managing pain, and supporting breastfeeding.
  • Educated new parents on infant care, postpartum recovery, feeding techniques, and signs of complications.
  • Performed comprehensive newborn assessments and coordinated with pediatricians and lactation consultants.

Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit-

UCHealth Memorial Central
Colorado Springs
04.2020 - 01.2022
  • Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
  • Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.

Registered Nurse- Neuro Trauma

UPMC
Pittsburgh
04.2018 - 03.2020
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Provided wound care services including dressing changes, debridement, irrigation, and suture removal.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Denver School of Nursing
Denver, CO
12-2017

Skills

  • Evidence-based nursing
  • Goal driven
  • Ethical practice
  • Personal integrity
  • Staff education and training
  • Friendly and outgoing

Accomplishments

  • Daisy award nominee x2

Certification

  • ACLS
  • BLS

Timeline

Charge Nurse-

UCHealth Memorial Central
08.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse- Mother Baby-

UCHealth Memorial North
01.2022 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse- Intensive Care Unit-

UCHealth Memorial Central
04.2020 - 01.2022

Registered Nurse- Neuro Trauma

UPMC
04.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Denver School of Nursing

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