Destiny Fitch
Nursing Student
Spanaway,WA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing student with a strong medical background seeking a pediatric residency position in the emergency department. Able to multitask in a fast paced environment and deliver compassionate patient care. Willingness to learn to assess, plan, coordinate evaluate, and delegate nursing functions across the lifespan of individuals, families, caregivers, and populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Nurse Technician
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - Current
- Used EMR system to input and update patient health records
- Implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff
- Administered medications to patients and monitored physical responses
- Engaged with patients, learning about each individual and establishing rapport to encourage personal comfort
- Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations.
Patient Care Assistant
Virginia Mason Health, CHI
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Documented and reported to nurses patient behavior observations, complaints, or physical symptoms
- Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations
- Monitored patients' mental and emotional wellbeing and reported concerns
- Safeguarded residents' rights and confidentiality.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MultiCare Auburn Medical Center Emergency Department
03.2020 - 01.2022
- Observe patient behaviors from a monitor or direct line of sight
- Utilize Epic for patient charting
- Ensure the safety and well-being of patients with psychiatric disorders
- Able to remain calm and clear headed during intense situations
- Conducted routine checks on patient vital signs and blood sugars
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
06.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Pre-Requisites -
Pierce College
06.2021
High School Diploma -
Spanaway Lake High School
06.2018
Skills
Emergency Response
HIPPA Compliance
Utilize Nursing Process
Vital Sign Monitoring
Emotional Intelligence
Calm Under Stress
Infection and Prevention Control
Multitasking and Prioritization
Medical Terminology
Student Experience
- IV placement
- Blood and medication administration
- Medication management
- Input and output monitoring
- Communication with all members of the disciplinary team
- Head to toe physical assessment
- Provide patient education
- Catheter care
- Proper placement of lines, tubes, and drains
- Therapeutic communication
- Practice self-awareness
Certification
Nurse Technician, 08/2023
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Kaiser Permanente
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Virginia Mason Health, CHI
10.2020 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
MultiCare Auburn Medical Center Emergency Department
03.2020 - 01.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Puget Sound Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Pre-Requisites -
Pierce College
High School Diploma -
Spanaway Lake High School