Courtney Clark
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented new-graduate nurse with hands-on experience in acute care settings. Eager to transition into the professional nursing role and dedicated to providing safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Care Worker
Inland Regional Center
Blythe, California
06.2022 - Current
- Delivered direct care for younger sister with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, ensuring comfort and support.
- Applied de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to manage behavioral challenges effectively.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, including grooming, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
Substitute Instructional Aide
Palo Verde College
09.2021 - Current
- Facilitated children's developmental milestones at Child Development Center.
- Supervise and support children in early childhood settings, ensuring a safe, structured, and nurturing environment.
- Established trusting relationships with children and staff through clear communication and emotional support.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2027
Associate's Degree - Nursing
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CA05-2026
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Therapeutic Communication
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Clinical Judgement
Certification
- California RN, License #95466709
- BLS, PALS, NRP, NIH Stroke Scale Certification - Amercan Heart Association
- First Aid - American Health Care Academy, 01/28
Clinical Experience
- Desert Regional Medical Center (January 2026- May 2026): Acute/Critical Care (162 hours), Obstetrics (54 hours)
- Eisenhower Medical Center (August 2024-December 2025): Medical-Surgical, Emergency Department, Telemetry (513 hours)
- Borrego Health and College of the Desert CDC (October-December 2025): Pediatrics (54 hours)
- Caleo Bay Assisted Living and Memory Care ( January-March 2025): Gerontology (54 hours)
- Telecare Riverside County Psychiatric Health Facility (October-December 2024): Psychiatric Nursing (54 hours)
Timeline
Respite Care Worker
Inland Regional Center
06.2022 - Current
Substitute Instructional Aide
Palo Verde College
09.2021 - Current
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate's Degree - Nursing
College of The Desert