Derrick Davis
Philadelphia,US
Summary
Dedicated nursing student with over 10 years of direct patient care experience in orthopedic clinical settings and diverse acute care rotations. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, time management, and patient-centered care. Skilled in assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking an entry-level Registered Nurse position to apply evidence-based practice and deliver safe, high-quality care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Orthotic Fitter
Rothman Institute
Philadelphia, PA
03.2017 - Current
- Managed 30+ patients daily
- Applied casts, splints, braces
- Maintained EMR documentation
- Verified insurance and inventory
- Fitted custom orthotic devices to improve patient mobility and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to assess patients' needs and enhance treatment plans.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Educated patients on orthotic device use and maintenance for optimal outcomes.
Orthopedic Technician
Seaview Orthopaedic
Ocean, NJ
08.2012 - 03.2017
- Executed casting, splinting, and wound care to support patient recovery
- Assisted procedures and patient prep
- Removed sutures/staples
- Managed patient flow and records
Photographer
Prestige Portraits
Elk Grove, CA
05.2011 - 07.2012
- Scheduled and coordinated photography shoots and editing sessions.
- Used Adobe tools for retouching
- Captured high-quality portraits ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication and creative direction.
- Utilized advanced photography equipment and software for image processing, enhancing overall quality and efficiency.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia06-2026
BS Health Sciences - undefined
Wilmington University
05-2024
Associate Degree - Photography
Art Institute of Philadelphia
01-2009
Skills
- CPR Certified
- Certified Orthotic Fitter
- Registered Orthopedic Technologist
- Measurement techniques
- Patient care
- Patient education
- Fitting orthotics
- Casting
- Splinting
- Dressing changing
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Licensed Orthotic Fitter - Since 2018
- Orthopedic Technologist Training - Since 2015
Timeline
Lead Orthotic Fitter
Rothman Institute
03.2017 - Current
Orthopedic Technician
Seaview Orthopaedic
08.2012 - 03.2017
Photographer
Prestige Portraits
05.2011 - 07.2012
BS Health Sciences - undefined
Wilmington University
Associate Degree - Photography
Art Institute of Philadelphia
BSN - Nursing
Holy Family University
INTERNSHIPS
- Nursing Student Clinical Rotations
- Aug 2024 – Jun 2026
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and monitored vital signs
- Administered medications safely under RN supervision
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams
- Educated patients on medications and discharge instructions
- Assisted with wound care, NG tube management, and mobility support