Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Clinical Experience
Community Volunteer Work (42 hours)
Timeline
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Cassandra Montoya BSN, RN

Sandy,Utah

Summary

Compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse with experience delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Recognized for strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills in fast-paced clinical settings. Committed to evidence-based practice while providing meaningful emotional support to patients and families. As a nurse in my 30s, I bring maturity, adaptability, and well-developed communication skills shaped by real-world experience. Eager to build on a strong science foundation and transition into a critical care role where I can manage complex patients and continue advancing my clinical expertise.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

U of U Health C.Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah
09.2025 - Current
  • Managed care for five patients per 12-hour shift, or four patients with tracheostomy and ventilation needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and care team members to coordinate treatment and manage patient schedules.
  • Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions while educating patients and families on essential lifelong tasks such as bowel care, straight catheterization, recognition and treatment of wounds, and medication administration.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate environment.
  • Maintained accurate electronic documentation and adhered strictly to infection prevention protocols.

Hairstylist

Panache and Company Salon
Carmel Valley, California
07.2014 - 01.2024
  • Built strong client relationships through active listening, empathy, and
    clear communication while providing exceptional service. Skills essential
    for patient-centered nursing care.
  • Maintained hygiene and sanitation through infection control, sterilization,
    and safety compliance.
  • Managed scheduling, inventory, and operations while delivering
    high-quality service, highlighting efficiency and multitasking skills
    applicable to nursing

Medical Assistant

The Neurology Center
Carlsbad, California
03.2021 - 07.2021
  • Supported neurological assessments and patient care, assisted with diagnostic procedures and exam preparation, and maintained precise EPIC documentation and scheduling to ensure efficient, compliant care in a fast-paced clinical setting.

STEM Tutor

MiraCosta College
Oceanside, California
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Simplified complex Biology and Chemistry concepts into clear, practical understanding through individualized and group tutoring, strengthening critical thinking, adaptability, and communication skills essential for patient education and high-acuity nursing care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Roseman University of Health Science
South Jordan, UT
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

University of California San Diego
La Jolla, CA
06-2023

Skills

  • Comprehensive Assessments
  • Effective Communication
  • Clustering Care and Prioritization
  • Team Collaboration
  • EPIC Documentation
  • Interpersonal Communication and Advocacy
  • PIV, PICC, G-tube, Foley, Ostomy, and Tracheostomy care
  • Bowel and Bladder Management
  • Wound Identification and Treatment
  • Appreciative of Critical Feedback

Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) Utah
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association

Clinical Experience

Emergency & Urgent Care — 192 hours
• Emergency Department (168 hrs)
– Capstone – Alta View Intermountain Health (144 hrs)
– University of Utah Hospital (12 hrs)
– Holy Cross Jordan Valley (12 hrs)
• Urgent Care – Medallas Medical (24 hrs)
Critical Care — 60 hours
• Neonatal ICU (48 hrs)
– St. Mark's Hospital (12 hrs)
– University of Utah Hospital (24 hrs)
– LDS Hospital Intermountain (12 hrs)
• Medical ICU – University of Utah Hospital (12 hrs)
Pediatrics — 72 hours
• Primary Children's Hospital – SLC (48 hrs)
– Surgical (24 hrs), Med-Surg (12 hrs), Neuro Trauma (12 hrs)
• Primary Children's Hospital – Lehi (24 hrs)
– Med-Surg (12 hrs), Emergency Department (12 hrs)
Medical-Surgical Unit — 60 hours
• St. Mark's Hospital – 24 hrs (Telemetry 12 hrs, Med-Surg 12 hrs)
• Intermountain Hospital – 24 hrs (Telemetry 12 hrs, Cardiovascular Med Unit
12 hrs)
• Holy Cross Jordan Valley – 12 hrs (Telemetry)
Labor & Delivery / Maternal-Newborn — 36 hours
• St. Mark's Hospital, University of Utah Hospital, Intermountain Health (12 hrs
each)

Community Volunteer Work (42 hours)

  • Weigand Homeless Shelter
  • Utah Food Bank
  • Kids on the Move
  • Head Start

Timeline

Registered Nurse

U of U Health C.Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2025 - Current

Medical Assistant

The Neurology Center
03.2021 - 07.2021

STEM Tutor

MiraCosta College
08.2020 - 06.2021

Hairstylist

Panache and Company Salon
07.2014 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Roseman University of Health Science

Bachelor of Science - Human Biology

University of California San Diego
Cassandra Montoya BSN, RN