Austin Caldwell
Milpitas,CA
Summary
Passionate BSN graduate, Summa Cum Laude, and first in campus history to graduate with a 4.0 GPA since its opening. Thriving amidst chaos, bringing a unique blend of competence and compassion to the forefront. Shaped by diverse experiences, sculpted skills to tackle challenges with grace and grit. Eager to join Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center's team, not just for a job, but a chance to contribute heart and soul to a team that shares a passion for making a real difference in people's lives. Believer that every day presents an opportunity to learn, grow, and touch lives in ways both big and small.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Coordinator II
Stanford Healthcare
Palo Alto, CA
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Ensured for safety, comfort, and trust, advocating patients' needs for optimal well-being.
- Fostered interdisciplinary communication for seamless care coordination and treatment plan alignment.
- Cultivated patient relationships, offering consistent support for improved outcomes.
- Engaged patients proactively, ensuring their involvement in decision-making processes and care plans.
Firefighter (EMT)
Cal Fire
San Benito Monterey County, CA
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Prioritized patient acuity, delivering efficient advanced life support interventions for positive outcomes.
- Applied medical knowledge to effectively triage emergencies, ensuring optimal patient care.
- Collaborated for safe transfer of critically ill patients, contributing to interdisciplinary teams.
- Proficient in high-quality CPR techniques, maintaining composure under pressure for positive outcomes.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Falck Northern California
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Provided advanced life support interventions in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
- Assisted with ventilator settings and mechanical ventilation with ICU nurses and respiratory therapists.
- Proficient in advanced airway management, including endotracheal tubes and airway devices
- Managed IV therapy and central lines while adhering to best practices and reconciliation protocols
- Participated in medication titration based on patient response and monitored for potential side effects
- Proactively engaged in continuous training to stay updated on pre-hospital care advancements.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Tampa, FL12.2023
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Nursing Diagnosis
- Patient Care Planning
- Nursing Interventions
- Legal and Ethical Responsibilities
- Safety Standards Compliance
- Documentation
- Patient Teaching
- Team Collaboration
- Communication
- Prioritization
- Emergency Response
- Quality Assurance
- Continuous Learning
- Leadership Development
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Cultural Competence
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Time Management
- Technology Proficiency (EPIC, Meditech)
Certification
- California Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license
- NREMT
- Santa Clara County EMT
- Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
Volunteer Experience
- Spring Valley Fire Department, Milpitas, CA, 2015-2018: Volunteer firefighter, dedicated over 500 hours to serving the community, responding to emergencies, and ensuring safety, thereby contributing to the protection and well-being of local residents.
- Bautista Project, Tampa, FL, 2023: Volunteer, contributed over 50 hours to support individuals in need, aiming to provide assistance and hope, ultimately making a tangible difference in the lives of those facing hardships giving a beacon of hope. Efforts recognized and featured on the news, highlighting the positive impact we were making in the lives of others. Here's the link to Fox 13 news feature: https://www.fox13news.com/news/army-family-gives-back-to-their-community-with-the-bautista-project
- Grant Park Christian Academy Elementary School, Tampa, FL, 2023: Volunteered approximately 50 hours, educating children on health and well-being, fostering a foundation of knowledge and habits that promote lifelong wellness and vitality.
References
- Clinical Nursing Preceptor: Marlene Martinez Hudson - (386) 561-1744
- Clinical Nurse Coordinator: Raj Gajadhar Sukul - (407) 490-8305
- Clinical Nursing Instructor: Dr. Cheryl Miller - (406) 794-5297 & simpassion1@yahoo.com
- Clinical Nursing Instructor: Marta Franze - (860) 510-9296
- Clinical Nursing Instructor: Jose Gomez - (305) 965-7607 & jcarb13@wgu.edu
- Dean of Nursing at Arizona College of Nursing: Cam Felismino - (513) 353-8159
- Executive Director of Academic Operations & Campus President: Kristine Furtaw - (813) 499-0101 & kfurtaw@arizonacollege.edu
Timeline
Patient Care Coordinator II
Stanford Healthcare
02.2020 - 12.2021
Firefighter (EMT)
Cal Fire
06.2017 - 02.2018
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Falck Northern California
09.2015 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing