Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Nursing Clinical Experience
Certification
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Brea Darity

Asheville,NC

Summary

Compassionate nursing student graduating December 2026 with an Associate Degree in Nursing from Galen College of Nursing. Experienced in providing patient-centered care through diverse clinical rotations and over 10 years of direct-care experience. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, IV therapy, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary communication. Eager to begin my career as a registered nurse while continuing to strengthen my clinical judgment, critical-thinking skills, and commitment to safe, high-quality care.

Overview

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Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Irene Wortham Center
Asheville, North Carolina
2015 - 2026
  • Assisted residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
  • Provided compassionate, person-centered care, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all residents.
  • Monitored residents for behavioral and health changes, promptly communicating concerns to team members to ensure appropriate interventions.

Certified Nursing Assistant

CarePartners
Asheville, North Carolina
2020 - 2021
  • Assisted with personal care, ADLs, mobility, and daily needs, while ensuring client dignity and independence.
  • Monitored client safety, promptly reporting changes or concerns to care team members.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to clients and families, fostering a nurturing environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Givens Estates
Asheville, North Carolina
2018 - 2019
  • Provided direct care to residents in a healthcare setting, assisting with ADLs, personal hygiene, mobility, toileting, and other daily needs.
  • Ensured resident safety, comfort, dignity, and independence during routine care activities.
  • Monitored residents for changes in condition and promptly communicated concerns to nursing staff for timely intervention.

Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Safety Sitter

Mission Hospital
Asheville, North Carolina
2017 - 2018
  • Monitored patients with fall risk, behavioral concerns, and suicide precautions to address safety needs proactively.
  • Maintained close observation and promptly communicated changes in patient behavior or condition to nursing staff.
  • Ensured continuous observation and a safe environment for patients requiring enhanced safety monitoring.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Galen College of Nursing
Asheville, NC
12-2026

Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient Safety
  • Vital Signs
  • Wound Care
  • Infection Prevention
  • Medication Administration
  • IV Therapy
  • Foley Catheterization
  • SBAR Communication
  • Electronic Documentation
  • Therapeutic Communication

Nursing Clinical Experience

Advanced Medical-Surgical Nursing | 2026
• Performed head-to-toe assessments and provided direct patient care in an acute-care setting.
• Administered medications under RN/instructor supervision and monitored patient responses.
• Practiced IV therapy, wound care, catheterization, documentation, SBAR communication, and patient education.

Medical-Surgical & Geriatric Nursing | 2025–2026
• Provided care for adults with acute and chronic conditions, including medication administration, mobility, ADLs, fall prevention, and care planning.
• Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to provide safe, patient-centered care.

Maternal-Newborn, Pediatrics & Mental Health | 2026
• Participated in care of postpartum mothers, newborns, pediatric patients, and behavioral-health patients.
• Performed focused assessments, therapeutic communication, safety interventions, patient education, and nursing documentation.

Certification

  • Nurse Aide I - NC, Active
  • BLS Provider, American Heart Association 04/2028

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Irene Wortham Center
2015 - 2026

Certified Nursing Assistant

CarePartners
2020 - 2021

Certified Nursing Assistant

Givens Estates
2018 - 2019

Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Safety Sitter

Mission Hospital
2017 - 2018

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Galen College of Nursing
Brea Darity