Student nurse dedicated to providing quality patient care and working alongside other healthcare professionals to promote patient comfort and safety. 3 years of experience in a variety of patient populations, including adults and children, and with a variety of conditions, including general medical/surgical, orthopedic, endocrine, hematology, cardiac, and pulmonary medicine.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician/Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - Current
Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to provide care to a pediatric population with endocrine and hematologic conditions.
Administered close patient care, obtained vital signs, monitored telemetry, and reported changes to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed/anticipated needs, supported admissions and discharges, and offered qualified support with ADLs.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Attended and provided aid in medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
Completed documentation on patients and discussed/implemented plans of care under the guidance of a nurse preceptor.
Cared for 3-5 patients as a Student Nurse Intern and 8-12 patients as a Patient Care Technician
Student Nurse
University Of Pittsburgh
08.2021 - Current
5 semesters of clinical experience at various UPMC facilities, totaling approx. 750 hours so far.
Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, monitored telemetry, and reported changes to nursing staff.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Documented patient data and assisted in implementing plans of care.
Expected to complete 1 more semester of clinical, totally approx. 950 hours.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
09.2022 - 05.2023
Monitored and provided care for an adult population with orthopedic conditions, including medical and post-operative patients.
Obtained patient vital signs, collected capillary glucose levels, collected lab specimens, and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, supported admissions and discharges, and offered qualified support with ADLs.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient comfort and safety
Cared for 8-20 patients in a typical shift.
Assistant Teacher
Precious Gems Academy
11.2020 - 05.2023
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Assisted with cleaning, feeding, changing diapers, and providing first-aid to children throughout the day
Worked with children ages 6 months to 5 years old.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2024
High School Diploma -
Somerville High School
Somerville, NJ
06.2020
Skills
Vital Signs and Blood Glucose Monitoring
ADL Support
Specimen Collection
Infection Prevention
Feeding and Bathing Assistance
Patient Education
Administration of oral, injectable, and intravenous medication
Certification
American Heart Association BLS Certification
University of Pittsburgh and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen training
Timeline
Patient Care Technician/Student Nurse Intern
UPMC Children's Hospital Of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Shadyside Hospital
09.2022 - 05.2023
Student Nurse
University Of Pittsburgh
08.2021 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Precious Gems Academy
11.2020 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
High School Diploma -
Somerville High School
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