Gianna Saporosa
Middletown,DE
Summary
Nursing student with hands-on clinical experience in hospital and outpatient settings. Strong foundation in patient assessment, medication administration under supervision, infection prevention, and EHR documentation. Known for professionalism, attention to detail, and compassionate, patient-centered care. Seeking to apply clinical skills and teamwork in a nurse extern or registered nurse role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
United Medical Associates
Bear, DE
08.2021 - Current
- Performed direct patient care including vital signs, height/weight, pain assessments, intake/output tracking, and rooming patients
- Assisted providers with physical exams, minor procedures, wound care, and sterile technique
- Collected and prepared specimens (urine, swabs) for laboratory testing following infection-control protocols
- Administered injections and vaccinations per provider orders
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing and procedures; provided patient education and post-procedure instructions
- Conducted EKGs and point-of-care testing (urinalysis, glucose, pregnancy tests)
- Accurately documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Maintained patient safety, privacy (HIPAA compliance), and infection prevention standards
- Coordinated care by communicating with providers, management, and patient family members
- Managed medication reconciliation, prescription refills, and patient follow-up calls
- Provided compassionate, culturally competent care to diverse patient populations across the lifespan
Nursing Student
ChristianaCare
Newark, DE
08.2024 - 05.2026
- Delivered direct patient care under RN supervision, including vital signs, head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, and intake/output monitoring
- Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, toileting, repositioning, and mobility support
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications under supervision following the rights of medication administration
- Monitored patients for changes in condition, abnormal vital signs, and clinical deterioration; promptly reported findings to the RN
- Performed wound care, dressing changes, and basic sterile procedures according to facility policy
- Assisted with IV therapy, including IV site assessment, maintenance, and monitoring for complications (as permitted)
- Supported care of patients with acute and chronic conditions, including post-operative, cardiac, respiratory, neurological, renal, and infectious diagnoses
- Implemented infection prevention and safety protocols, including PPE use, fall precautions, and isolation procedures
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Participated in patient education related to medications, mobility, discharge planning, and disease management
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including RNs, physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and case management
- Practiced therapeutic communication, providing emotional support to patients and families
- Applied evidence-based practice and nursing process principles to prioritize care and meet patient outcomes
Education
Delcastle Techincal High School
Wilmington05-2022
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Vaccine administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Reliable team player
- Adaptable
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Nursing Student
ChristianaCare
08.2024 - 05.2026
Medical Assistant
United Medical Associates
08.2021 - Current
Delcastle Techincal High School