Bahara Alizai
Davita
Omaha
6
years of professional experience
Experienced with managing dialysis treatments and ensuring patient safety. Utilizes comprehensive patient care techniques to maintain high standards of care. Track record of effective patient education and seamless team collaboration.
Work History
Dialysis RN
1 Year 7 Months- Acute care dialysis: Full time employee, charge nurse, trained in both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
- Mastered technical operations, setup, and complex troubleshooting of advanced hemodialysis machinery
- Evaluated clinical acuity to determine patient hemodynamic stability prior to initiating treatment
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patient vitals, physical status, and vascular access points pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis
- Identified acute complications promptly, executing immediate, targeted nursing interventions to ensure patient safety
- Collaborated with nephrologists and primary care nurses to enhance individualized dialysis care plans
- Delegated patient assignments strategically based on nurse competency levels and real-time patient acuity
- Acted as a clinical resource expert, supporting nursing staff in resolving technical issues, managing scheduling delays, and facilitating interdepartmental communications
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team care- including hospitalists, unit staff, and house supervisors- to improve patient throughput and scheduling
Student Nurse Technician
1 Year 11 Months- Perioperiodical Unit: Worked in operating room on a per diem basis, providing support during surgical procedures.
- Prepared operating room for surgical procedures, ensuring all equipment and supplies were sterile and ready for use to promote patient safety.
- Maintained strict adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols to minimize the risk of postoperative infections.
- Assisted in the positioning of patients to ensure optimal access and safety during surgery.
- Managed surgical instruments and supplies during procedures as a second scrub.
- Participated in continuous quality improvement initiatives and training sessions to stay current with best practices and advances in surgical care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices and policies to enhance patient safety and elevate care quality in the operating room.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
Preceptorship
1 Month- Utilized therapeutic communication to effectively calm agitated clients and support those in distress.
- Prepared and administered medication through multiple different routes safely and accurately.
- Conducted head-to-toe physical assessments and recognized abnormal findings and reported them to my preceptor and provider.
- Documented patient care, assessments, and interventions accurately in electronic health record (EHR) to ensure continuity of care.
- Acquired and demonstrated essential clinical skills. initiated and managed IV access, performed male catheter insertion and care, collected blood samples for lab through a peripheral line and arterial line, changed central line dressing, etc.
CNA/VSC
2 Years 2 Months- Worked variable hours weekly, ranging from 12 to 72 hours based on patient care needs.
- Collected patient information and care instructions during shift change and admissions to ensure continuity of care.
- Visualized patient’s safety through a video monitor system that allowed contact and communication with the patient to redirect or help them with their needs virtually.
- Observed and documented patient activities and behaviors to maintain accurate health records.
Education
Bachelor’s in Science - Nursing
- Dean Honors List
- Clinical Experience:
- NRS 126 - Foundations: 90 hours > Clarkson College
- NRS 234 - Med Surg I: 90 hours > Neuro Med Surg unit >Nebraska Medical Center
- NRS 255 - Med Surg II: 180 hours > Neuro Med Surg unit > Nebraska Medical Center
- NRS 333 - Behavioral Health: 90 hours > Gero-Psych unit, ECT clinic, Peds/Adolescent unit > CHI health Immanuel, Community Alliance - Nonprofit Mental Health Agency, and Hillcrest Health and Living.
- NRS 362 - Population Health Program Management: 45 hours > Food Bank for the Heartland, Care Transition nursing at Nebraska Medical Center, Physicians Choice Home Health Care, and ECHO Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care.
- NRS 335 - OB: 90 hours > postpartum unit and L&D unit > Methodist Women's Hospital
- NRS 337 - Peds: 90 hours > Cardiac Care Unit and children's med surg > Children's Hospital & Medical Center Omaha
- NRS 459 - Critical Care: 135 hours > MICU, SICU, neuro-ICU, and CVICU > Nebraska Medical Center
- NRS 454 - Population Health Nursing Global Health & Health Policy: 45 hours > School Nursing at Bryan Elementary and Millard West High School, Family Medicine Clinic at UNMC, Midwest Cancer Center - Legacy, UNMC HEROES Training (Triage), and Open-Door Mission Lydia House.
- NRS 473 - Preceptorship: 180 hours > 6/7 Lied Transplant Unit > Nebraska Medical Center
- NRS 467 - Transition into practice> ATI capstone
- GPA: 3.28 GPA
Pre-Nursing
- Transferred out to Clarkson August 2021
- Susan Thompson Scholarship
- Dean Honors List
Skills
Nursing care planning
Vascular Access management
Blood transfusion administration
Patient education techniques
Patient advocacy
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Team leadership qualities
Critical thinker
Adaptive
Self-motivated
Compassionate
Timeline
Dialysis RN
Davita
01.2025 - CurrentRead More
Preceptorship
Nebraska Medical Center
06.2024 - 07.2024Read More
Student Nurse Technician
CHI Health
10.2022 - 09.2024Read More
CNA/VSC
Sync Tele Health, Banyan Medical Systems
09.2020 - 11.2022Read More
University of Nebraska Omaha
Pre-Nursing
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Clarkson College
Bachelor’s in Science from Nursing
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