Bao Tran Thai
Westminster,CA
Summary
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) graduate with comprehensive clinical experience across diverse acute care settings including medical-surgical, oncology, emergency department, ICU, DOU, NICU, psychiatric, pediatric, labor and delivery, and postpartum units. Demonstrates strong clinical skills, adaptability, and commitment to delivering safe, patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams while maintaining compassionate communication with patients and families from diverse backgrounds. Eager to begin professional nursing practice within Hoag Newport Beach’s New Graduate Nurse Residency Program and further develop clinical competencies to support high-quality patient outcome
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Phlebotomy Technician
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
08.2025 - Current
- Collected blood samples using venipuncture and capillary techniques, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information and sample documentation in electronic systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to streamline the blood draw process and improve patient flow.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient, accurate, and timely blood draws.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Reduced patient anxiety by using effective communication skills and demonstrating empathy during blood draws.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Ensured patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols during all phlebotomy procedures.
- Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to coordinate specific lab draws, including vancomycin peak and trough levels.
4th Semester Nursing Student
Kaiser Permanente - Anaheim Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
- Rotated in ICU, DOU, and ED unit. Apply the nursing process to provide safe evidenced-based care to critically ill adult patients with multi-system and emergent health problems.
- Participate in clinical collaborative care with other members of the healthcare team.
3rd Semester Nursing Student
UCI
03.2025 - 03.2025
- Rotated on L&D, Postpartum unit.
- Applied of nursing care management for women, newborn, and perinatal patients.
- Apply pathophysiology of common acute/chronic health problems of women, newborn and perinatal patients to develop patient centered collaborative plan of care.
3rd Semester Nursing Student
CHOC
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Rotated on CVICU, Radiology, Medical and Surgical unit.
- Performed focused patient assessments, applied evidence-based practices, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.
2nd Semester Nursing Student
Orange Coast Memorial Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Rotated on Oncology unit.
- Provide safe, quality patient-centered care for individuals and families across the health-illness continuum in a variety of settings to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Applied pathophysiology of common acute/chronic health problems of the adult/geriatric patient to develop a patient-centered collaborative plan of care.
2nd Semester Nursing Student
College Hospital Cerritos
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed mental status assessments (MSE) to monitor patients’ cognitive and emotional status in acute psychiatric settings.
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans for adults with mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.
- Administered psychotropic medications under RN supervision and monitored for therapeutic effects and adverse reactions.
- Utilized therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support patients experiencing emotional distress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment planning and patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on coping strategies and community mental health resources.
1st Semester
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Supported hospital staff in dementia and delirium program to enhance patient care and foster a positive healthcare environment.
1st Semester
Tustin Senior Center
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Provided blood pressure monitoring, health assessments, and screenings while engaging with seniors through active listening, openness, and respectful communication.
Education
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE - Nursing
Golden West College
Huntington Beach12.2025
Skills
- Compassionate New Graduate Registered Nurse with strong clinical training in comprehensive patient assessment, safe medication administration, IV therapy, and blood and blood product transfusion
- Experienced in managing central lines (CVAD), sterile wound care, intake and output monitoring, and infection prevention for immunocompromised patients
- Demonstrates ability to recognize early signs of patient deterioration and respond appropriately in acute care settings
- Skilled in tracheostomy care, nasogastric tube insertion, Foley catheterization, and venipuncture
- Committed to delivering holistic, patient-centered care to individuals with complex and chronic conditions through evidence-based practice and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Currently preparing to enroll in an RN-to-BSN program (Fall 2026) to further advance professional oncology nursing practice
Certification
- Registered Nurse # 95450775
- Certified Phlebotomist Technician (CPT), 02271066
- Basic Life Support (BLS), #255411362984
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), #IMP255C597ST
- NIHSS - apex innovation certification
Contact - Hospital
Hoag Newport Beach Hospital, 1 Hoag Dr, Newport Beach, CA, 92663
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomy Technician
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
08.2025 - Current
4th Semester Nursing Student
Kaiser Permanente - Anaheim Medical Center
08.2025 - Current
3rd Semester Nursing Student
UCI
03.2025 - 03.2025
3rd Semester Nursing Student
CHOC
01.2025 - 01.2025
1st Semester
Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
08.2024 - 12.2024
1st Semester
Tustin Senior Center
08.2024 - 09.2024
2nd Semester Nursing Student
Orange Coast Memorial Hospital
08.2024 - 08.2024
2nd Semester Nursing Student
College Hospital Cerritos
08.2024 - 08.2024
ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE - Nursing
Golden West College