Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer
Certification
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
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Christopher Garcia

West Covina,California

Summary

Motivated and compassionate nursing student with a strong foundation in patient care, medical terminology, and healthcare ethics. Demonstrates excellent communication, time management, and critical thinking skills gained through academic coursework and hands-on experience in clinical settings. I have gained excellent client care skills from over 200 hours in the clinical setting.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cashier /Retail Sales Associate

Big 5 Sporting Goods
Rowland Heights, CA
11.2024 - Current
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns promptly, escalating complex issues to the direct supervisor for quick resolution.

Front Desk Receptionist

Fix Auto
Upland, CA
08.2020 - 08.2024
  • Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations
  • Responded to inquiries and requests made online, by phone, and via email.

Cashier

Five Guys
West Covina, CA
08.2019 - 07.2020
  • Operated cash registers, credit card machines and other related equipment accurately.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures including counting cash drawers and preparing deposits.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing Program (Currently Enrolled)

East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Prerequisites

Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA

Emergency Medical Technician -

West Coast EMT
Anaheim, CA

High School Diploma -

West Covina High School
West Covina

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Basic life support
  • Bilingual communication
  • Confidentiality and HIPAA
  • Clinical assessment
  • Healthcare documentation
  • Team collaboration
  • Compassion and empathy

Volunteer

Nursing Student – Clinical Rotations
LA General Medical Center – Los Angeles, CA

  • Completed 272 hours of clinical training on Med-Surg and Ortho Med-Surg units as part of nursing program requirements.

EMT Ride-Along Volunteer
Liberty Ambulance – Los Angeles, CA

  • Completed two 12-hour ride-alongs alongside licensed EMTs, observing and assisting with pre-hospital emergency care.

Cohort Secretary – Nursing Program
East Los Angeles College (ELAC) – Monterey Park, CA

  • Elected by peers to serve as secretary for the nursing student cohort, supporting communication and organization within the program.

Member – Caduceus Medical Career Club
Mt. San Antonio College – Walnut, CA

  • Actively participated in club events focused on healthcare education, networking, and career development for pre-health students.
  • Helped organize and worked at a large-scale multi-college health fair, coordinating with healthcare professionals from across the country.

VBS Class Leader – Volunteer
Bell Friends Church – Bell, CA

  • Volunteered for over five summers as a class leader for Vacation Bible School (VBS), guiding youth through faith-based lessons, activities, and group discussions.

Certification

EMT California Certification

EMT Course Completion

NREMT Card
AHA BLS Card

Valid California Driver's License

IS-100 C
IS-700 B

Accomplishments

  • Top of Class in Chemistry (Mt. Sac)
  • Top of Class in Physiology (Mt. Sac)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cashier /Retail Sales Associate

Big 5 Sporting Goods
11.2024 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

Fix Auto
08.2020 - 08.2024

Cashier

Five Guys
08.2019 - 07.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing Program (Currently Enrolled)

East Los Angeles College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Prerequisites

Mt. San Antonio College

Emergency Medical Technician -

West Coast EMT

High School Diploma -

West Covina High School
Christopher Garcia