Elizabeth I. Stoa
Saint Petersburg
Summary
Compassionate and motivated soon to be nursing graduate actively completing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with over three years of clinical experience in orthopedic, trauma, and senior-care environments. Strong foundation in patient assessment, wound care, monitoring vital signs, multidisciplinary communication, and safe clinical practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Associates of Central Texas & Texas Orthopedics
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Patient histories, vitals, wound care, suture/staple removal, sterile technique, assisting with procedures, managing referrals, and high-volume clinic workflow.
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and orthopedic procedures.
Caregiver
Avamere Senior Living
Spokane
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted residents with ADLs, safety monitoring, and resident support. Provided comfort-focused care.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Caregiver
South Hill Village
Spokane
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Assisted residents with ADLs, safety monitoring, and resident support.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided compassionate, patient-centered care to older adults in both assisted living and secured memory care settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL06.2026
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA06-2021
Skills
- Wound Care
- Sterile Technique
- IV Skills
- Medication Administration
- ABG Interpretation
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Emergency & ICU Exposure
- Therapeutic Communication
- Documentation (EHR)
Clinical Experience - Hospital Clinical Rotations
2024-2026
Adult Health 1, Adult Health 2: ICU/Emergency Department/Medical-Surgical
Performed focused head-to-toe assessments, monitored unstable patients, and maintained accurate documentation. Assisted with airway support, emergency interventions, rapid responses, and patient stabilization while strengthening my prioritization and communication skills.
OB/Maternal Health - Labor & Delivery/Postpartum/Newborn Care
Assisted with postpartum assessments, fundal checks, maternal and newborn vital signs. Observed and assisted during labor, deliveries, and newborn transitions.
Pediatrics
Delivered age-appropriate care, safety measures, and assessments for pediatric patients. Implemented in age-appropriate interventions and participated in educating families.
Psychiatry/Mental Health
Utilized therapeutic communication techniques with patients across various mental health diagnoses. Supported safety interventions and participated in group activities.
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Orthopedic Associates of Central Texas & Texas Orthopedics
08.2021 - 06.2024
Caregiver
Avamere Senior Living
06.2021 - 08.2021
Caregiver
South Hill Village
01.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Spokane Falls Community College