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Alicia Cruz

Jacksonville,NC

Summary

Compassionate and driven nursing student graduating in December 2025, equipped with robust clinical experience, certified nursing assistant (CNA) credentials, and current CPR certification. Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) position focused on high-quality, evidence-based patient care while actively contributing to a collaborative healthcare team. Passionate about specialties including NICU, Women’s and Children’s, Pediatrics, PICU, and Critical Care step-down units, with a commitment to fostering positive patient outcomes and enhancing the overall healthcare experience. Prepared to leverage skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic clinical environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse

Craven Community College
New Bern, NC
01.2024 - Current
  • Delivered direct patient care across various clinical settings including med-surg, OB, and long-term care
  • Administered medications under supervision, performed assessments, documented care using EHR
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, medication adherence, and discharge instructions
  • Applied critical thinking to recognize and report changes in patient conditions

Stylist

Lightened by Alicia
Jacksonville, NC
08.2021 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Carolina Rivers Nursing Facility
Jacksonville, NC
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted nurses with ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, hygiene, and feeding
  • Provided compassionate care to elderly and post-op patients
  • Maintained patient dignity and promoted comfort during care delivery

Insurance Coordinator / Office Manager

The Doctors Berger
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2016 - 11.2017

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -

Craven Community College
New Bern, NC
12.2025

Certificate - Nurse Aide I

Caring For Life
Jacksonville, NC
08-2023

Cosmetology Certificate -

James Sprunt Community College
Kenansville, NC
01.2019

Skills

  • Patient Assessment & Vital Signs
  • Medication Administration (under supervision)
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR): Epic & Cerner familiarity
  • Communication & Team Collaboration
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Infection Control & Safety Standards

Affiliations

  • National Student Nurses' Association (NSNA) – Member
  • North Carolina Association of Nursing Students – Member
  • Student Nurses’ Association – Craven Community College – Fundraising Dir.
  • Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society – Member

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – North Carolina, Expires: August 2027
  • CPR/BLS Certified – American Heart Association, Expires: July 2027
  • Cosmetology Certificate and License - 2019

Timeline

Student Nurse

Craven Community College
01.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Carolina Rivers Nursing Facility
06.2023 - 01.2024

Stylist

Lightened by Alicia
08.2021 - Current

Insurance Coordinator / Office Manager

The Doctors Berger
01.2016 - 11.2017

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) -

Craven Community College

Certificate - Nurse Aide I

Caring For Life

Cosmetology Certificate -

James Sprunt Community College
Alicia Cruz