Francis Vitz
Azusa,CA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Student Nurse with hands-on experience at APU Nursing Program, excelling in patient care through empathy and collaboration with team members. Proven ability to lead teams and provide emotional support, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Demonstrated clinical judgment through effective communication and vital signs monitoring in high-pressure environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
APU Nursing Program
Azusa, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Gained clinical experience in patient care settings at Foothill Presbyterian Hospital, Casa Colina, and PIH Whittier.
- Delivered direct patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, and transfers, ensuring patient comfort, safety, privacy, and dignity.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, including blood pressure, SpO₂, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature, and performed Accu-Chek tests.
- Conducted head-to-toe physical assessments and monitored patient conditions, promptly recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms needing further assessment or intervention.
- Assisted with Foley care and insertion, urine specimen collection, wound care, and dressing changes.
- Practiced EHR documentation, patient interviews, admissions and discharges, SBAR reports, handoffs, and care conferences.
- Engaged with patients and families by providing education and compassionately addressing concerns to enhance patient understanding and satisfaction.
- Practiced medication administration through oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, IV push, and PEG tube routes under clinical supervision.
- Practiced IV insertion and removal, IV bag management, and PICC dressing changes under clinical supervision.
- Participated in Code Blue and rapid response simulations and practiced first aid and recognition of critical patient conditions.
Homebuilding Intern: Medical and Construction
Project Mexico
Rosarito, Mexico
05.2025 - 09.2026
- Lived and worked within orphanage community, fostering relationships and providing essential support to children and families.
- Led and coordinated groups of 20 volunteers during home construction projects, ensuring effective collaboration and project completion.
- Served as a site leader on 3 home builds, providing direction and managing communication among volunteers.
- Administered basic wound care and emergency response assistance, enhancing safety and wellbeing of participants.
- Developed strong communication, teamwork, leadership, adaptability, and caregiving skills through service in a community setting.
Lifeguard
Raging Waters
San Dimas, California
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Completed rigorous training in first aid and CPR First aid and CPR certification
- Responded to potential drownings and guest injuries, ensuring swift and effective emergency care
- Continuous safety supervision and identification of signs of danger
- Provided safety education and swim instruction, enhancing guest knowledge of water safety
- Communication with guests and management of guest interactions
- Enforcement of safety rules and protocols
- Maintained vigilance and professionalism during long shifts, ensuring a safe environment for all guests
Library Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, California
02.2026 - Current
- Assisted Azusa Pacific University patrons with circulation, reference, and directional questions.
- Processed checkouts, returns, and holds through library circulation systems.
- Shelved, sorted, and maintained library collections, stacks, and course reserves.
- Prepared study spaces, equipment, and library materials for daily campus use.
Thrift Store Team Member
New Unto Others
Glendora, CA
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Provided customer service and assisted customers with locating products and addressing questions.
- Operated cash registers and processed transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Received, sorted, unloaded, and prepared donated items for sale while maintaining an organized and clean work environment.
- Worked collaboratively in a physically demanding environment, demonstrating reliability, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University
Azusa, CA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Damien High School
LaVerne, CA05-2024
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Patient assessments
- Personal care
- Emotional support
- Verbal and written communication
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- EHR documentation
- Patient education
- SBAR communication
- Team leadership
- Patient care
Timeline
Library Assistant
Azusa Pacific University
02.2026 - Current
Homebuilding Intern: Medical and Construction
Project Mexico
05.2025 - 09.2026
Student Nurse
APU Nursing Program
01.2025 - Current
Thrift Store Team Member
New Unto Others
08.2023 - 05.2026
Lifeguard
Raging Waters
05.2023 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Azusa Pacific University
High School Diploma -
Damien High School