Veronica Williams
Carson,CA
Summary
Caring, hardworking, and service-oriented Registered Nurse interested in expanding as a nurse and furthering a career as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP). Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care and remaining calm under pressure. A collaborative worker who intends to provide top-notch service to all patient populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
Torrance , CA
09.2023 - Current
- Performed comprehensive evaluations on patients in the Emergency Department, collecting crucial data such as vital signs and medical backgrounds.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Provided emotional support for patients and their families during times of stress.
Care Associate
Children’s Hospital Orange County
Orange, CA
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Cared for children in the Multispecialty Unit by completing rounds every two hours, vitals twice per shift and assisting nurses with admission.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
Torrance, CA
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Cared for patients in the Transitional Care Unit by assisting with meals taking vitals helping patients use the restroom, emptying foley catheters and drains and, using an electronic charting system to chart input and outtake.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lomita Post-Acute Care Center
Lomita, CA
12.2017 - 03.2018
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center
Long Beach, CA
04.2016 - 03.2017
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco
Orange, CA08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of California - Davis
Davis, CA06.2020
Skills
Mental Health UC Irvine Medical Center: 90 hours
Community Health Mary’s Kitchen: 90 hours
Medical Surgical II St Joseph Hospital: 180 hours
Medical Surgical I UC Irvine Medical Center: 180 hours
Obstetrics St Jude: 90 hours
Pediatrics Children’s Hospital Los Angeles: 90 hours
Fundamentals Country Villa Mar Vista Nursing Center: 180 hours
Certification
- Registered Nurse in the State of California , License number 95336523
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 11/2022-11/2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 06/2023-06/2025
- NIHSS Certification Examination Date 09/12/2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
09.2023 - Current
Care Associate
Children’s Hospital Orange County
11.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Torrance Memorial Medical Center
04.2018 - 05.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lomita Post-Acute Care Center
12.2017 - 03.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center
04.2016 - 03.2017
Master of Science - Nursing
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
University of California - Davis
- Registered Nurse in the State of California , License number 95336523
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification 11/2022-11/2024
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 06/2023-06/2025
- NIHSS Certification Examination Date 09/12/2023
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