DaMya Darden
Memphis,TN
Summary
Compassionate nursing student bringing extensive hands-on training in all facets of patient care with success in quickly building rapport with patients and coworkers. Proficient in all areas of care, including direct patient care, chart management and regulatory guidelines. Eagerly pursuing a rewarding role as a Registered Nurse to apply knowledge and commitment to professional development upon graduation.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Regional One Health Medical Center
Memphis, TN
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered patient care directly with the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
- Demonstrated effective time management skills and prioritized tasks based on urgency.
- Demonstrated proficiency in conducting essential healthcare tasks, such as monitoring vital signs of patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information according to policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in patient rooms.
- Obtained laboratory specimens encompassing venous and finger-stick blood draws.
Student Nurse Extern
St. Jude Children Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided hands-on patient care under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Executed fundamental nursing tasks including measuring vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration.
- Conducted physical assessments and provided health education to patients and families.
- Maintained accurate patient documentation in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
- Gained valuable experience across multiple units while fulfilling academic benchmarks and expanding nursing knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA12-2024
Skills
- Vital signs
- Health Promotion
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatric Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Emergency Response
- Personalized patient assistance
- Oncology Care
- Vital sign assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Geriatric Care
- Care Plan Management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Spring 2024 initiate
- Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Incorporated, Nursing Sorority, Fall 2023 initiate
- Memphis City Council Scholarship Recipient
- Dean's List x5
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
St. Jude Children Research Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse Extern
Regional One Health Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern University And A & M College