August 2024
Alexandra
McKenna
,
BSN, RN
Intensive Care Unit
Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center
Williamsburg
,
VA
United States
Alexandra McKenna has consistently gone above and beyond her responsibilities, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care and attention during my wife's stay in the ICU. One of the key aspects that sets Alex apart is the meticulous attention to detail during transition briefings between shifts. Her shift handovers are not only detailed but also extremely accurate, allowing for a seamless transfer of responsibility and continuity in patient care. Her thoroughness in conveying crucial information ensures that no detail is overlooked, and all necessary measures are taken to provide effective care. In addition to her exceptional transition briefings, Alex has played a vital role in helping my wife deal with an extreme infection and loss of memory, regain their awareness and cognitive functions. Through their specialized knowledge and skill, they have crafted individualized care plans that address her unique needs. Her expertise in care and treatment of infected areas, in particular right forearm, and her total body infection, has led to significant improvements. Alex has implemented innovative approaches to enhance the comfort of her well-being. She understands the importance of creating a familiar and serene environment, especially in a hectic and sterile ICU setting. Furthermore, Alex's kind, compassionate gestures further contribute to the well-being of my wife. She frequently engages in gentle acts of connection, offering words of encouragement, or simply sitting by the bedside to provide comfort. These gestures may seem small but have a profound impact on the patient's emotional state and overall healing process. The attention to detail during transition briefings, her expertise in care and treatment of infected areas, and her implementation of innovative approaches to patient care has truly set her apart as an exceptional Nurse. Her dedication and commitment to providing the highest quality of care have not only made a positive impact on their patient, patient family, but also created a strong sense of trust and confidence among her colleagues.