Alaina Vander Wal
New Salem
Summary
Recent nursing graduate seeking an RN position where I can continue to grow my skills and provide quality patient care. I'm also continuing my education through Minot State College to receive my BSN. Through nursing school clinicals, I gained experience caring for patients in long-term care, medical-surgical, mental health, emergency, ICU, obstetric, and home health settings. My previous work experience in human resources, childcare, and lifeguarding taught me the importance of communication, responsibility, confidentiality, and staying calm under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Private Individual
New Salem, ND
05.2020 - Current
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Develop age-appropriate activities.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding children's progress and concerns.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions among children.
Nursing Student
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Provided patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administered medications under supervision via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
- Helped nursing staff by performing tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Recognized and reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to the RN.
- Participated in clinical rotations across different departments, getting exposure to diverse nursing practices.
Human Resources and Payroll Office Assistant
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND
07.2024 - 05.2026
- Helped maintain electronic filing systems.
- Protected sensitive staff information by maintaining confidentiality during document handling and filing processes.
- Provided customer service support, addressing questions and resolving issues quickly.
- I assisted with any extra projects that were asked of me.
- Assisted in documenting the termination and hiring of faculty and staff.
Lifeguard
New Salem Park Board
New Salem, ND
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Ensured patron safety by monitoring the pool area and enforcing rules.
- Provided first aid and emergency response for incidents as needed.
- Educated patrons on water safety practices and proper pool usage.
- Assisted in teaching swimming lessons to ages 5 and older.
Education
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND07-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bismarck State College
Bismarck, ND05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minot State University
Minot, ND05-2027
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Always ready to learn
- Clinical judgment
- Privacy and confidentiality
- First aid
- Patience and empathy
- CPR and AED training
- File maintenance
- Observation and assessment
- Infection control standards
- Positive attitude, willing to take feedback
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification
Lifeguard Certification
First aid Certification
Timeline
Nursing Student
Bismarck State College
08.2024 - 05.2026
Human Resources and Payroll Office Assistant
Bismarck State College
07.2024 - 05.2026
Lifeguard
New Salem Park Board
05.2023 - 08.2024
Childcare Provider
Private Individual
05.2020 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bismarck State College
Certificate - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bismarck State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Minot State University
Objective
To continue learning and growing as a nurse while providing safe, compassionate care. I hope to gain experience, build strong relationships with coworkers and residents, and become a confident and dependable Registered Nurse.