Chu Phan

My family is an immigrant family from the United States. My mom left Vietnam for a better life for my sisters and me, and she gave up everything. I learned the value of service from her selflessness and the generosity of my grandparents toward others less fortunate. I originally never considered myself to be a nurse. But I came to appreciate tending to people after helping at a hospital. Patients developed into personal relationships rather than only cases. That encounter set me on a road of purpose.
Outside of school and hospital volunteering, I also work part-time at a nail salon on weekends. There, I’ve learned how to provide personal care, listen attentively, and build trust with clients. It has made clear to me how crucial comfort and compassion are in any form of care facility, including a salon chair or a hospital room. My communication, patience, and attention to detail, all of which I know will help me become a caring and successful nurse, have improved by this work. To me, nursing is a calling to serve with sensitivity and respect, not only a job.

• Passionate and committed nursing school applicant with over 200 hours of healthcare volunteer experience
• Strong skills in patient communication and active listening, ensuring comfort and trust in care settings
• Basic understanding of vital signs and their role in patient monitoring and clinical decision-making
• Fluent in Vietnamese and English, allowing clear communication with diverse patient populations
• Excellent time management, multitasking, and team collaboration skills developed through clinical and community service experiences
• Awarded Volunteer of the Month at Desert Valey Hospital in March 2025 for dedication and compassionate service

Patient Communication & Active Listening: Able to help patients and clients feel better by building trust and providing emotional support

Basic Clinical Support: Knowledgeable about postpartum care, call light response, vital sign checks (temperature, blood pressure), and room setup

Bilingual Communication: Proficient in both Vietnamese and English, with the ability to interact effectively with a variety of people

Customer Service: Proven ability to deliver considerate, focused care in clinical and beauty service settings

Team Collaboration: Work well with nurses, CNAs, front desk staff, and coworkers in a salon in a busy environment.

Sanitation & Safety Compliance: Trained in how to prevent infections in both hospitals and salons

Empathy & Compassion: Dedicated to providing each patient and client with respect, tolerance, and kindness