Dallas Harrell
Bakersfield,California
Summary
Eager and compassionate nursing student with a strong passion for working in the emergency department. Seeking an entry-level position to apply theoretical knowledge and clinical skills in delivering exceptional patient care. Dedicated to learning and thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Committed to providing empathetic, compassionate, and attentive care to patients and their families while upholding the highest standards of nursing practice. Genuine desire to grow alongside a collaborative healthcare team, ready to bring enthusiasm, resilience, and dedication to every patient interaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Hospital of Bakersfield
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Student Nurse Extern
Kern Medical
05.2024 - Current
- Served as a vital team member, providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse
- Assisted in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
- Gained hands-on experience in the Labor and Delivery and Medical Surgical units
- Responsibilities include but are not limited to, monitoring vital signs, performing wound care, administering medications, patient education, assisting with labor, delivery, and postpartum, newborn assessments and monitoring
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes while practicing positive communication, critical thinking, and time-management skills in a fast-paced healthcare setting
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Reviewed care plans and assessed alignment with long-term and short-term care goals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
- Set up equipment and operated dialysis machines for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Initiate/end dialysis tx per orders
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Restocked equipment and supplies needed for hemodialysis treatment.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Participated in hospital and clinic staff meetings to discuss patient care.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Orchards Convalescent Home
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed basic ADLs, transported residents to appointments, measured I&O when needed, measured and recorded vital signs, and maintained stringent hygiene standards
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to fellow healthcare staff to optimize patient care
- Uphold frequent emotional support to residents and contributed to a positive work environment
- Reason for leaving: Covid-19/ family obligations
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Student Nurse Assistant
Parkview Julian Convalescent Home
10.2019 - 12.2019
- Performed basic ADLs, transported residents to appointments, measured I&O when needed, measured and recorded vital signs, and maintained stringent hygiene standards
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to fellow healthcare staff to optimize patient care
- Uphold frequent emotional support to residents and contributed to a positive work environment
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Volunteer
Adventist Health Bakersfield Hospital
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Supported patient comfort and well-being by promptly delivering hygiene products, hydration, and meals to individuals on the floors
- Maintained cleanliness and organization by regularly emptying linen barrels and adhering to standard safety protocols
- Provided compassionate emotional support to residents, fostering a nurturing and supportive environment
- Assisted in the gift shop as needed
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
File Clerk
Darling & Wilson Attorneys at Law
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed multi-line telephone systems, providing professional and courteous assistance to callers
- Organized and maintained filing systems
- Facilitated billing processes with accuracy and attention to detail
- Extended a warm and welcoming reception to clients, fostering positive relationships
- Coordinated business-related errands with efficiency and timeliness
- Supervisor: Maureen Knuckles – 661-325-5133
- Tracked incoming and outgoing files and materials and maintained accurate records for potential discrepancies.
- Located and retrieved requested documents in accordance with established policies.
- Sorted and classified documents into appropriate filing systems for increased traceability.
- Managed sensitive or confidential files with attention to data security and storage policies.
- Maintained log books and spreadsheets documenting file data and storage receipts.
- Assisted with document scanning and imaging projects to support accurate file back-up.
- Added and updated records with current materials.
- Processed correspondence, conducted post office pick-ups and distributed mail to appropriate parties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University of Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2025
Global Nursing Outreach
07.2023
Associate of Science - Human Biology
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA12-2021
Associate of Arts - Science, Liberal Studies
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA01.2021
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Medical Terminology
- Communication Skills
- Team Dynamics
- Time Management
- Organizational Abilities
- Patient Safety Protocols
- Data Entry
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Patient-Centered Approach
- Clinical Judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Care plan Implementation
- Disease Prevention
- Health Promotion
Accomplishments
Phlebotomy license (lapsed)
CNA certification (lapsed)
NIHSS Certified
Earned a Marion Reed Scholarship
Global Nursing Outreach Program
July 2023
Engaged in a 2-week nursing outreach mission to Micronesia, delivering essential medical care and educational services to the local community. Contributed to diabetic foot care initiatives, disseminated health education materials, administered medications, conducted thorough physical assessments, and provided comprehensive healthcare services to over 600 individuals as part of a collaborative team effort.
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Hospital of Bakersfield
01.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Kern Medical
05.2024 - Current
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Orchards Convalescent Home
12.2019 - 05.2020
Student Nurse Assistant
Parkview Julian Convalescent Home
10.2019 - 12.2019
Volunteer
Adventist Health Bakersfield Hospital
06.2019 - 10.2019
File Clerk
Darling & Wilson Attorneys at Law
01.2009 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University of Bakersfield
Global Nursing Outreach
Associate of Science - Human Biology
Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts - Science, Liberal Studies
Bakersfield College
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