Avery Risinger
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Highly-driven nursing student with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and impeccable interpersonal skills. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge in a new graduate residency program.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Capstone Clinical Rotation
Lexington Medical Center
Columbia, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized nursing care to patients with kidney diseases, such as chronic renal failure and end-stage renal disease.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members on planning, implementing and evaluating care plans for nephrology patients.
Nurse Extern- Clinical Research and Innovation
Carteret Health Care
Morehead City, North Carolina
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with the preparation of regulatory documents for submission to appropriate agencies such as IRB, IEC or FDA.
- Collected blood samples in a safe and sanitary manner according to established procedures.
Assistant Server
Aqua Restaurant
Beaufort , NC
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Student Nurse
Prisma Baptist
Columbia , SC
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Adult and Pediatric Psychiatric Floor
- Provided direct patient care by assessing and monitoring physical, psychological and emotional status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, psychiatrists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for patients.
Student Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
Lexington , SC
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Labor and Delivery Floor & Mother and Baby Postpartum Floor (Fall Semester)
- Medical Surgical Ortho Floor (Spring Semester)
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients in labor and delivery.
- Assisted with postpartum care including helping mothers shower after delivery, changing bed linens, checking maternal vital signs.
- Conducted wound care treatments such as debridement, dressing changes, irrigation and application of topical medications.
Student Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina (MUSC)
Columbia, SC
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Cardiac Medical Surgical Floor
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Educated patients on health promotion activities such as nutrition and exercise.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various types of EKG machines such as 12-lead ECGs and portable systems.
Student Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
Columbia , SC
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Pediatric Floor (Fall Semester)
- Medical Surgical Recovery Floor (Summer Semester)
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, offering comfort and information as needed.
Front Desk Assistant
Wilkins Family Medicine
Raleigh, NC
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Assisted in the front office with filing, faxing, photocopying and other clerical duties.
- Provided administrative support to medical staff, including scheduling appointments and managing patient records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12.2024
High School Diploma -
Sanderson High School
Raleigh, NC06.2021
Certification
- CPR & BLS Certified, March 2023
- Stop the Bleed, March 2024
- Citi Program by Advarra, May 2025
Affiliations
- Kappa Delta Sorority
- Head Set Leader, Kappa Delta New Member Program
- Epworth Children's Home Volunteer
- Girl Scouts of America and Children's Trust of South Carolina through KD Philanthropy
Timeline
Capstone Clinical Rotation
Lexington Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Nurse Extern- Clinical Research and Innovation
Carteret Health Care
05.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Prisma Baptist
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Nurse
Lexington Medical Center
10.2023 - 05.2024
Student Nurse
Medical University Of South Carolina (MUSC)
08.2023 - 12.2023
Student Nurse
Prisma Health Richland
07.2023 - 10.2023
Assistant Server
Aqua Restaurant
04.2021 - 08.2024
Front Desk Assistant
Wilkins Family Medicine
08.2017 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina
High School Diploma -
Sanderson High School