BARBARA CARUSO-SHARP
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
BSN nursing student with hands-on clinical experience seeking a Patient Care Assistant position at UCI Medical Center in Orange. Offers strong patient care skills, technical competencies, and calm performance in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.
Experienced with business development, team leadership, and strategic planning. Utilizes innovative problem-solving and market analysis to drive company growth and success. Track record of building and leading cohesive teams, adapting to changing business landscapes, and delivering impactful results.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Founder & Principal
C Squared PR, Inc.
- Strategic corporate public relations, advertising/media buying, promotions and special events for clients across a variety of industries.
- Led crisis communications efforts for on-premises homicides, active-shooter incidents, social injustice events, food contamination, and workplace trauma.
- Advised CEOs during real-time emergencies requiring experienced, strategic responses and guidance.
- Coordinated with law enforcement, security, operations, and emergency response teams.
- Recognized for calm, decisive performance under pressure Promoted positive company activities across national and regional print, digital, television and radio media outlets throughout the U.S.
Student Nurse
UCI Lakewood
Lakewood, CA
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation under supervision of registered nurses.
- Oversaw medication administration and monitored patient responses to treatments and therapies.
- Educated patients on health management, promoting adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CABSN - undefined
Stanbridge University
Irvine, CA08-2026
BA - Journalism/Public Relations, Minor in Economics
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12-1987
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring and cluster care
- Point-of-care testing / Accuchecks
- IV start and removal
- Foley catheter insertion and removal
- Medication administration
- Safe patient mobility assistance
- Neuro checks
- Restraint usage
- 5-lead EKG acquisition and lead placement
- Therapeutic communication and de-escalation
- Strategic thinking
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
Affiliations
- National Student Nurses Association
- Stanbridge University Nursing Students’ Association
Certification
- Certifications: CPR/AED (AHA), BLS (Red Cross), ACLS (AHA)
- Phlebotomy Technician -1, license - 007483, Genesis Medical College. Renewal in progress.
Interests
Hiking, cooking, tennis, pickleball, surfing
Extracurricular activities
Volunteer at Bracken's Kitchen.
Timeline
Student Nurse
UCI Lakewood
01.2026 - 03.2026
Founder & Principal
C Squared PR, Inc.
BSN - undefined
Stanbridge University
No Degree - Nursing
Golden West College
BA - Journalism/Public Relations, Minor in Economics
California State University Long Beach
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Clinical experience in subacute care, medical-surgical, telemetry, pediatrics, mother-baby, NICU, and behavioral health
- Skilled in vital sign monitoring, patient safety, and mobility assistance
- CPT-1 licensed phlebotomy technician
- Strong therapeutic communication and de-escalation skills
- Recognized for composure and efficiency in high-pressure environments
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Mesa Verde Subacute Care Facility – Subacute Rotation
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, feeding, and vital sign monitoring
- Observed wound care and infection control practices
- Supported RN staff in maintaining patient safety
- La Palma Intercommunity Hospital – Med-Surg & Telemetry
- Assisted with vital sign monitoring, telemetry observation, and patient safety checks
- Supported 12-lead EKG acquisition and lead placement
- Monitored IV pumps and clinical equipment
- Assisted with mobility, transport, and ADLs
- Collaborated with RN team in fast-paced acute care setting
- West Anaheim Medical Center – Med-Surg & Telemetry
- Assisted with patient monitoring, safety, and post-operative care support
- Supported equipment setup and maintenance
- Assisted with patient mobility and transport
- UCI Health – Fountain Valley – Pediatrics, PICU, NICU
- Supported pediatric patient assessments and safety monitoring
- Participated in family-centered care and communication
- Anaheim Regional Hospital – Mother-Baby, NICU
- Assisted with postpartum care and newborn monitoring
- Supported discharge education and patient instruction
- College Hospital – Long Beach – Behavioral Health
- Assisted with therapeutic activities and patient engagement
- Supported a safe, structured care environment