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
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