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Alexandria Jones

Clayton

Summary

Vocational / Practical Nurse with BVNPT-accredited training in long-term, sub-acute and acute patient care.

Knowledgeable in Organ Allocation with background Organ Preservation, Tissue Recovery, and the Organ Referral process. Successfully manages multiple tasks simultaneously. Delivered crucial support in organizing events and streamlining processes to enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving to improve team collaboration and project outcomes.

Experienced coordinator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility with changing needs and reliability in delivering outcomes. Prepared to make significant impact in dynamic environment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Procurement/Allocation Coordinator/Preservation Specialist

Donor Network West
07.2018 - Current
  • Manages the thoracic allocation process and ensures all aspects are performed to optimal levels in adherence with regulatory policies and organizational procedures.
  • Oversees chain of custody over transported blood samples, tissue specimens, and recovered organs for transplant or research.
  • Effectively communicates relevant donor information to members of the recipient care team to minimize organ cold ischemia time and ensure improved transplant recipient outcomes.
  • Manages import organ referrals for designated transplant hospitals, analyzes clinical data to accept/decline organ offers, and serves as an allocation consultant to these facilities when communicating with outside OPOs.
  • Participates in cross organizational activities to improve organization performance as appropriate.
  • Consults the COM, OAC II and/or OAC Lead to identify case-specific barriers to organ utilization to minimize risk of organ loss and maximize opportunities for transplantation.
  • Providing family support and discussion around organ and tissue donation
  • Leading team of 8-10 Donation Coordinators in highly specialized roles
  • Accepts inbound referral calls and emails from hospitals, hospices, medical examiner/coroner’s offices, and families and assesses suitability for organ and tissue donation
  • Provides in-depth medical screening of potential tissue donors by effectively communicating with referral source personnel to determine suitability for tissue recovery based on FDA, AATB, DNW, and tissue processor guidelines
  • Provides families with information regarding donation and offers appropriate options with a goal of obtaining authorization for donation
  • Coordinates all aspects required for donation to occur, including coordinating the recovery process with other participating agencies such as hospitals, medical examiner/coroner, transportation vendors, and funeral directors
  • Negotiates donor procurement logistics to ensure organ utilization, adherence to ischemic timing restrictions, donor and recipient safety, and strategic use of organization resources
  • Works collaboratively with a range of high level external professionals including transplant physicians, infectious disease specialists, Medical Directors, clinical laboratory scientists, transplant nurses/PAs, and outside OPO management/administrators
  • Conducts a thorough chart review and determines medical suitability in conjunction with other clinical personnel.
  • Assesses hemodynamic stability and develop strategies in conjunction with Donor Network clinical staff to maintain organ function.
  • Collaborates with Physician and hospital staff to develop a plan for referral management from initial referral through declaration of death/DCD evaluation.
  • Assist with the coordination of organ placement according to established organizational organ allocation policies and UNOS policy.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
  • Assisted in recruitment efforts by coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires.
  • Facilitated cross-departmental workshops to identify process improvements, leading to more efficient workflow and reduced bottlenecks.
  • Organized and maintained project documentation, enabling quick access to important information and facilitating smoother project transitions.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for new staff, leading to quicker onboarding and higher initial productivity levels.
  • Improved project outcomes with meticulous attention to detail in planning phases, ensuring all requirements were met ahead of deadlines.
  • Resolved issues through active listening and open-ended questioning, escalating major problems to manager.
  • Developed partnerships with local organizations to promote collaboration on shared resources and expertise in preserving cultural heritage objects.
  • Consulted with experts in various fields to gain insight into specific material properties and their ideal preservation conditions.
  • Maintained detailed records of all preservation activities, allowing for efficient tracking of each item''s history and treatment status.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
08.2016 - 11.2018
  • Administering Adult and Pediatric immunization/injections
  • OB/GYN Procedures/Injection/IV Support to Charge RN
  • Health screenings
  • Data Entry
  • Vaccine Safety Control Procedures and documentation of storage requirements
  • Maintaining inventory and clinic supplies, infection control

UCSF Family Medicine
11.2015 - 08.2016
  • Point of Care Testing Skills
  • Proficiency in Phlebotomy
  • Apex/ Epic Trained
  • Administering Pediatric/Adult Medications and Immunizations
  • Managing daily clinical operations under the direct supervision of M.D. and N.P.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Asthma and Allergy Medical Group
07.2015 - 11.2015
  • Adult/ Pediatric Pulmonary Function Testing
  • Adult/ Pediatric Allergy Skin Testing and Oral Challenges
  • Adult/ Pediatric Injections and Immunizations
  • Phone Triage and managing clinic acute care cases
  • Medical Billing and BOH administrative duties

Wound Nurse/Charge Nurse

Windsor Rehabilitation
07.2013 - 07.2015
  • Lead treatment nurse for post sub-acute 186 bed unit in all aspects of wound care
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and treated chronic wounds including burns and stage IV ulcerations
  • Patient teaching which included follow-up care
  • Provided medication administration to 1:35 patient unit ration average, supervised certified nursing assistants on unit
  • Provided BLS critical 1:1 patient care in Alzheimer’s and Dementia unit, maintained patients under hospice care, provided end of life care
  • Provided oxygen therapy, G-tube, NGT placement and care, foley catheter insertion and care, stoma care, specimen collection and ostomy care.
  • Interface with external agencies and representatives, including hospice

LVN/Med-Tech Assistant

The Back Doctors
01.2011 - 08.2013
  • Provided direct assistance with Adult/ Pediatric patient care under D.C.; vitals, treatments and procedures, charting, maintaining patient records, patient education and vitals
  • Administrative; insurance coding and billing, scheduling, front desk collections, HIPPA compliance
  • Therapy application; Adult/ Pediatric electrical stimulation, ultrasound, trigger point therapy

Librarian’s Assistant

Carrington College of Nursing
09.2008 - 03.2010
  • Stocking inventory, filing by Dewey Decimal System
  • Planning and organizing monthly lectures
  • Writing, designing and editing monthly campus newsletter
  • Assisting Students and staff with research projects, tutoring for admissions and general education courses
  • Maintaining virtual library and campus research database and materials

Emergency Medical Technician

Norcal Ambulance
03.2005 - 09.2008
  • Emergency medical transport; basic and advanced life saving skills
  • CPR and First Aid certified for the healthcare provider
  • Trained staff on product knowledge

Education

Vocational Nursing Certificate -

Carrington College
San Leandro, CA
01.2010

Liberal Arts and EMT-I - undefined

Merritt College
Oakland, Ca
05.2005

Skills

  • Thoracic Organ Allocation
  • UNOS Complaint policies
  • Medical terminology
  • Pre- & post-surgical care
  • Anatomy & physiology
  • Vital signs
  • Pharmacology
  • Charting
  • Patient health data collection
  • Activities of daily living
  • Injections
  • Positioning & transfers
  • IVs
  • Foley catheterization
  • Administering medications
  • Bladder irrigation
  • Wound cleaning & care
  • NG tube insertion & removal
  • Chest tube care
  • Monitoring fluid intake/output
  • Tracheostomy care
  • BLS CPR
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Decision-making
  • Project coordination
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Discretion and confidentiality
  • Schedule coordination
  • Document management
  • Process improvement
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Information collection
  • Resource allocation
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Clear communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Deadline management
  • Workflow management

Accomplishments

2020 National Award for Longest Recovered femoral artery in the Nation without error, as well as 2020 Regional Award

June 2020 CTS Life Saver Award

Certification

California Board of Vocational Nursing # 268449

Timeline

Clinical Procurement/Allocation Coordinator/Preservation Specialist

Donor Network West
07.2018 - Current

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
08.2016 - 11.2018

UCSF Family Medicine
11.2015 - 08.2016

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Asthma and Allergy Medical Group
07.2015 - 11.2015

Wound Nurse/Charge Nurse

Windsor Rehabilitation
07.2013 - 07.2015

LVN/Med-Tech Assistant

The Back Doctors
01.2011 - 08.2013

Librarian’s Assistant

Carrington College of Nursing
09.2008 - 03.2010

Emergency Medical Technician

Norcal Ambulance
03.2005 - 09.2008

Liberal Arts and EMT-I - undefined

Merritt College

Vocational Nursing Certificate -

Carrington College

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