Dedicated Registered Nurse with a degree in Counseling, seeking to integrate nursing and counseling to deliver holistic, trauma-informed care. Experienced in supporting underserved populations with complex mental health and addiction challenges. Committed to fostering collaboration and ensuring reliable, compassionate patient care.
Work History
Perinatal RN
1 Year 3 Months
Northwest Clinical Registry | 07.2025 - Current
Collaborate with healthcare teams at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center to deliver flexible nursing support in labor and delivery on an as-needed basis. Include all skills listed below.
Registered Nurse
4 Years 2 Months
Private Caregiver | 08.2022 - Current
Assessed client health conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
Facilitated client mobility and daily activities, maintaining safety and dignity.
Delivered daily personal care and support to clients, promoting comfort and well-being.
Graduate Student Counseling Intern
1 Year 3 Months
North Albany Wellness Center | 08.2023 - 11.2024
Conducted individual counseling sessions addressing emotional and mental health needs, promoting client resilience and coping strategies.
Developed tailored treatment plans with supervising clinicians and clients, ensuring personalized approaches to therapeutic goals.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to strengthen peer support networks and foster therapeutic engagement among participants.
Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver effective interventions for diverse populations.
Perinatal RN
12 Years 9 Months
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center | 06.2011 - 03.2024
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to promote professional growth.
Frequently supervised nursing staff as charge nurse to ensure compliance with patient care standards and protocols.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to promote professional growth.
Perinatal RN
2 Years 5 Months
Cedars Sinai Medical Center | 09.2008 - 02.2011
Completed intensive new graduate internship program, supporting women physically and emotionally throughout labor process.
Prioritized nursing interventions using critical thinking based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and execute individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
Education
Master of Arts - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Colorado Christian University Online | Lakewood, CO | 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governor’s University Online | Salt Lake City, UT | 05.2017
Associates of Applied Science - Nursing
Linn Benton Community College | Albany, OR | 06.2008
Skills
Patient care prioritization
Medication Administration
Electronic documentation
Clinical professionalism
Team leadership
Effective communication
Patient-centered empathy
Supportive counseling skills and education
Certification
Oregon Registered Nurse License, Oregon State Board of Nursing (License ID: 200841421)
Professional Counselor Associate, Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (License No. R12386)
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), American Heart Association
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Perinatal RN
Northwest Clinical Registry
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Graduate Student Counseling Intern
North Albany Wellness Center
08.2023 - 11.2024Read More
Registered Nurse
Private Caregiver
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Perinatal RN
Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
06.2011 - 03.2024Read More
Perinatal RN
Cedars Sinai Medical Center
09.2008 - 02.2011Read More
Linn Benton Community College
Associates of Applied Science from Nursing
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Colorado Christian University Online
Master of Arts from Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Western Governor’s University Online
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Professional Honors
Shining Star Awards (Multiple), 2012-2026 — Recognized for outstanding customer service, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center
Excellence Award, 2017 — Community Health Paper Recognition, Western Governors University (WGU)
Standing Ovation Awards (5), 2008-2010 — Quality customer service recognition, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Outstanding Intern Award, 2009 — Labor and Delivery Department, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center