Crista Braun
Camas,WA
Summary
Dedicated and high-achieving RN student with robust acute care experience and advanced clinical skills, complemented by a strong commitment to patient advocacy and community leadership. Proficient in Epic/CarePoint systems and knowledgeable in hospital cardiology care, with a proven track record in legislative advocacy at both state and federal levels. Successfully founded a community program for youth, positively impacting over 150 athletes in the past year. Eager to gain valuable experience in the ICU to support a long-term career in intensive care nursing.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-Nursing Student Lower Columbia College- Traditional Program
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
Longview, WA
12.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive clinical rotations in acute-care settings, contributing to 411 hours of total RN student clinical experience in patient care.
- Facilitated patient assessments, medication administration, and nursing interventions under RN supervision.
- Developed and refined clinical judgment and communication abilities to improve patient-centered care outcomes.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes and escalating concerns to the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
Mental Health Advocacy Director and ASLCC Student Government
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA
08.2025 - 07.2026
- Led student-focused mental health initiatives and advocacy efforts.
- Bridged the students voices with trustee boards, campus leadership, staff and faculty.
- Planned monthly events for students throughout the school year such as a Mental Health Fair, Back to School Tabling, Relaxation in the field, Meditation Sessions, Placing Quiet/Prayer Rooms on Campus, alongside 18 other student events...
- Coordinated campaigns to raise awareness about student needs and institutional resources available by working with campus resources directly to improve student access to mental health resources, food and supply pantry.
Head Coach & Owner
Inferno Cheer / Camas Washougal Youth Cheer
Camas, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Founded and operate a community outreach program supporting youth through competitive cheerleading.
- Provide mentorship, leadership development, and athletic training in a safe and inclusive environment.
- Earned a 3x National Championship title in the 25/26 season.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance cheerleading skills and team performance.
- Organized and led practice sessions, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and skill progression.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Interviewed, hired, trained and oversaw 9 coaches promoting best practices in coaching techniques and athlete engagement strategies.
Legislative Representative; LCC Student Government
Lower Columbia College
WA DC
03.2025 - 03.2026
- Was sent to Washington, D.C. to advocate on Capitol Hill for Washington State community colleges, funded fully by LCC. I worked directly with our school President, and Board of Trustees members.
- Met with U.S. Senators and Congressional representatives while in session on Capital Hill to support college funding initiatives including but not limited to Senator Patty Murray, Senator Maria Cantwell, Congresswoman Marie Glusenkamp Perez.
- Represented student voices as an official LCC Student Government delegate.
Hospital Tech (CNA) – Cardiology Unit
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
Vancouver, WA
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Performed assigned tasks within the scope of a Certified Nursing Assistant per hospital policies aiding 4-5 RNs and 16 Patient rooms on night shift as a full-time employee.
- Delivered direct patient care in a high-acuity cardiology unit.
- Supported nursing staff with vital signs, patient mobility, hygiene, patient ADL's, tele-monitors, monitoring, and safety measures.
- Transported patients as needed
- Oversaw supply monitoring, maintenance, and ordering processes for unit operations.
- Reported significant change in patient status including any vitals not within defined limits of “normal ranges," to RN.
- Set up rooms per patient needs before arrival in a timely and effective manner.
- Managed clerical duties per unit needs
- Served as a primary communication linkage between patients, families, and the RN to ensure high-quality, patient-centered advocacy.
- Maintained strict HIPAA confidentiality and ensured unit safety by adhering to all infection control, biohazard, and emergency protocols.
- Epic/Carepoint EMR charting in a timely, and effective manner
- Floated to ICU regularly and worked full shifts as a support staff-CNA.
- Operated medical equipment to support patient care and ensure safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on technical systems, enhancing reliability.
Education
AA-DTA, RN - Nursing
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA03.2027
Associate of Arts -
Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA06.2024
Skills
Clinical: Patient monitoring, medication administration, cardiology care, Epic & CarePoint documentation, ventilator/trach care, direct patient care, patient assessments, strong clinical judgment, Infection control measures
- Leadership: Advocacy, public speaking, program development, team leadership, compassion and empathy, works well under pressure
- Technical: Electronic health records (Epic, CarePoint), medical terminology, healthcare software, documentation and charting, customer service, multitasking and organization
- Working knowledge of computers
- Good communication and organization skills
- Flexibility, self-motivation and
- Strong customer service skills
Certification
- BLS (American Heart Association)
- HeartSaver First Aid (A.H.A.)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA since 2020)
- Nurse Delegation & Diabetes Delegation–Clark County CNA Training Center
- Ventilator Training Certification – Norco Medical Vancouver
- WIAA Stunt Certified in WA state
- USA Cheer Coach Certified
- NFHS Athlete Safety Certified
Timeline
RN-Nursing Student Lower Columbia College- Traditional Program
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
12.2025 - Current
Mental Health Advocacy Director and ASLCC Student Government
Lower Columbia College
08.2025 - 07.2026
Legislative Representative; LCC Student Government
Lower Columbia College
03.2025 - 03.2026
Head Coach & Owner
Inferno Cheer / Camas Washougal Youth Cheer
03.2025 - Current
Hospital Tech (CNA) – Cardiology Unit
Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center
04.2023 - 04.2025
AA-DTA, RN - Nursing
Lower Columbia College
Associate of Arts -
Lower Columbia College