Christina Deering
Tampa,FL
Summary
Motivated Student Nurse offering several years of clinical management experience. Patient and dedicated professional remains composed in tense environments. Dedicated to providing high-quality individualized care to patients.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Nurse Extern
HCA Northside
Saint Petersburg, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Listened carefully to physicians and nurses to ascertain appropriate treatment for different diseases and conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient condition and notified physicians of any changes or concerns.
- Collaborated with other health care team members to facilitate quality patient care.
Internship- Post Operative Care
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel
Tampa, FL
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate., according to established protocols.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
Travel Certified Medical Assistant
TAMPA FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS
Tampa, FL
03.2019 - 12.2022
- As a traveling certified medical assistant, I worked under doctors and nurses in various locations to support during staff shortages and COVID vaccine events.
- The departments I worked in include family practice, pediatrics, and OB-GYN.
- I charted on the Athena EMR system
- I handled patient care, clerical work, and other supporting tasks
- The responsibilities typically include taking patient histories, measuring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting physicians with procedures
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
Certified Medical Assistant
AdventHealth Medical Group West FL
Tampa, FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
- As a certified medical assistant, I worked alongside doctors in the pediatric and primary care division.
- I charted on the Athena EMR system.
- I handled patient care, clerical work, and other supporting tasks.
- The responsibilities typically include taking patient histories, measuring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting physicians with procedures.
- Assist with providing patient education on treatments and medications, ensuring that patients have the information they need for effective self-care.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Private Child Care Worker
Kindercare Learning Centers
Wesley Chapel, FL
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
- Supervised and monitored the safety of children in my care.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Read stories to children and taught them basic skills such as counting, ABCs, and colors.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, crafts, music, and outdoor play.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by following health standards.
- Provided individual attention to each child while encouraging self-confidence through positive reinforcement.
- Created lesson plans based on individual learning styles.
Medical Student Intern- Med Surg Division
JAMES A. HALEY VETERANS HOSPITAL
Tampa, FL
08.2014 - 12.2015
- While interning at this hospital I was able to witness an open heart surgery take place
- I worked in the surgery rooms and prepared the doctor's schedule while assisting other patients
- I interacted with patients and other doctors on the assessments that would be occurring that day
- The responsibilities typically include taking and recording vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with patient assessments and care procedures
- They may also help with documentation, maintaining patient records, and ensuring that medical equipment is properly sterilized and prepared
- By observing and participating in patient care, I develop clinical skills, learn to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world situations, and gain valuable insights into the dynamics of a healthcare team
- Their role provides a crucial bridge between academic training and professional nursing practice
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Keiser University
Tampa, FL12-2024
Associate of Arts - Certified Medical Assistant
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL08-2019
Associate of Arts - Pre-Medicine
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Tampa Bay Tech High School
Tampa, FL05.2016
Skills
- Team Building
- Communications
- Time management
- Dependability
- Organizational Skills
- Multi-tasking
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Electrocardiogram
- EMR system
- IV line administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Vitals monitoring
- Student Precepting
- Wound Dressing
- Effective Communication
- Catheter monitoring
- Patient Advocacy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cardiac Care
- Experience Administering Injections
- Communication skills
- Phlebotomy
- Pediatrics
Certification
- Child Development Associate Certification, 04/01/24, 04/30/26
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 05/01/24, 05/31/26
- CCMA Certification, 09/01/24, 09/30/26
Timeline
Medical Surgical Nurse Extern
HCA Northside
03.2024 - Current
Internship- Post Operative Care
Florida Hospital Wesley Chapel
08.2022 - 12.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
AdventHealth Medical Group West FL
05.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Certified Medical Assistant
TAMPA FAMILY HEALTH CENTERS
03.2019 - 12.2022
Private Child Care Worker
Kindercare Learning Centers
05.2016 - 03.2019
Medical Student Intern- Med Surg Division
JAMES A. HALEY VETERANS HOSPITAL
08.2014 - 12.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Keiser University
Associate of Arts - Certified Medical Assistant
Hillsborough Community College
Associate of Arts - Pre-Medicine
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Tampa Bay Tech High School
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