Heather Davis
Richmond,VA
Summary
Highly driven and dedicated RN applicant with passion to continue in the nursing field. Ready to apply knowledge and skills obtained throughout my Registered Nursing program and ready to deliver knowledge and skills with compassion and integrity. Committed to high quality patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Chesterfield, Virginia
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted with patient assessments and recorded vital signs daily.
- Provided compassionate care and support to diverse patient populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop effective care plans.
- Administered medications while adhering to safety protocols meticulously.
- Documented patient progress and communicated updates to nursing staff promptly.
- Participated in clinical simulations to enhance nursing skills regularly.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hallmark Youth Care
Richmond, Virginia
03.2024 - Current
- Provide compassionate, trauma informed care to adolescents
- Administer prescription medications, monitor for side effects, and maintain accurate medication administration records
- Conduct vital signs, physical assessments, and mental status evaluations
- Assist with crisis intervention and use of de-escalation techniques to maintain safe, therapeutic environments
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital
Richmond, Virginia
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Provided direct patient care under supervision of registered nurses.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient condition.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare team members.
- Educated patients and families on health management and care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Brightpoint Community College
Midlothian, VASome College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Henrico County St. Mary's Hospital School of PN
Henrico, VAAssociate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Galen College of Nursing
Chesterfield, VA12-2025
Skills
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- clinical documentation
- pharmacology principles
- patient education
- emotional intelligence
- Charting and documentation
Timeline
Student Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hallmark Youth Care
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
St. Mary’s Hospital
05.2023 - 02.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Health Sciences
Brightpoint Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
Henrico County St. Mary's Hospital School of PN
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing Practice
Galen College of Nursing