HEATHER DRAY BSN, RN
Valencia College
Davenport,FL
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Clinical education leader with extensive experience teaching across all levels of nursing clinical curriculum in the ASN program at Valencia College. Recognized for strong communication skills, critical thinking, and passion for fostering academic growth in nursing students. Strong focus on collaboration; dedicated to building academic‑clinical partnerships and supporting faculty development. Valued for reliability and adapting to evolving program and clinical education needs. Brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Pursuing Interim Director of Clinical Education position that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills and strong problem-solving abilities.
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator
3 Years 3 Months- Part-time clinical instructor June 2023 - August 2025. Full-time CNE August 2025 - Present.
- Provide clinical instruction and mentoring to nursing students across diverse hospital systems, adapting teaching methods to varying clinical environments and protocols while ensuring alignment with ACEN accreditation requirements.
- Evaluate student performance through regular assessments and provided constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with School of Nursing didactic and clinical faculty to integrate best teaching practices to enhance student learning in the clinical setting.
- Led initiatives to standardize student orientation and CNE training materials. Developed faculty tools to streamline Canvas navigation, group creation, communication, and grading workflows for CNEs. Created and implemented School of Nursing program‑wide student clinical and lab absence tracking system using Microsoft Forms.
- Evaluated pediatric clinical site and helped to reestablish contact and partnership with AdventHealth Children's Orlando.
- Trained and helped onboard new full‑time CNEs in clinical expectations, workflows, and best practices.
Lead Teacher, Medical Academy
2 Years- High School courses taught include Anatomy and Physiology, Health Science Foundations, and Certified Medical Administrative Assistant. Also taught Phlebotomy night classes for adult learners for Polk County Public Schools.
- Managed Medical Academy program and curriculum with nearly 300 students enrolled across all classes.
- Designed and executed project-based learning experiences, promoting teamwork, problem-solving skills, and real-world connections for students.
- Mentored new teachers, fostering professional growth and instructional effectiveness.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices as needed, allowing for targeted interventions leading to improved outcomes.
- Participated in school leadership team and strategic planning initiatives.
RN and Clinic Coordinator
1 Year 1 Month- Managed day-to-day administrative and operational functions of Health Unit serving Americans and their families assigned to U.S. Consulate Hyderabad, India.
- Developed adaptability and steady decision‑making in complex, resource‑limited environments.
- Established policies and procedures for operation of Health Unit serving both pediatric and adult populations.
- Created the Health Unit in a newly constructed consulate facility, including staff interviewing, protocol development, and operational readiness.
- Built partnerships with local hospitals to plan and coordinate emergency medical response for Consulate.
- Collaborated with U.S. Embassy New Delhi to manage critical patient care (Dengue Fever and COVID-19).
- Trained newly hired RN, providing direct supervision, ongoing instruction, and continuing education.
Community Liaison Office (CLO) Coordinator
9 Months- Additional employment May 2019 - August 2020, CLO U.S. Consulate Istanbul, Turkey.
- Supported American families overseas by coordinating resources, medical support, education, and employment information.
- Managed top secret information and produced reports for Consulate leadership concerning community issues and needs.
- Collaborated with local businesses and organizations to create partnerships benefiting the community.
- Enhanced community engagement by organizing events and initiatives.
Consular Assistant
1 Year 4 Months- Provided support to American Consular Officers and locally employed staff in the processing of non-immigrant visas.
- Assisted American Citizen Services in the processing of records of American births abroad and DNA sample collection and identification.
- Served as Consulate Duty Officer, answering calls from Americans traveling through Istanbul in need of assistance after regular working hours.
- Collaborated with other Consulate offices, U.S. Embassy Ankara, and local agencies to provide assistance to American citizens in needed.
Clinical RN Work Experience
- CVS Pharmacy Contractor (Orlando, FL) – Immunization Nurse (2021)
- IntelyCare (Orlando, FL) – RN, Long‑Term Care & Rehab (2020–2021)
- Virginia Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine (Arlington, VA) – Pediatric RN (2014–2017)
- NIH (Bethesda, MD) – Clinical Research RN (2014)
- Inova Springfield Healthplex (Springfield, VA) – ER RN (2013–2014)
- Lakewood Regional Medical Center (Lakewood, CA) – ER RN (2009–2010, 2013)
- U.S. Embassy Cairo, Egypt; U.S. Department of State – Clinical RN (2011-2013)
- Humility of Mary Health Partners (Youngstown, OH) – ER/Level I Trauma RN (2007–2011)
Immunization Nurse
5 Months- Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to pediatric and adult patients at multiple CVS locations throughout Orlando, Florida.
- Safely administered COVID-19 vaccinations to over 3000 patients, providing education on dosage, indications, precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during COVID-19 public health crises, while advising on protective measures.
Registered Nurse
8 Months- RN at multiple long-term care, assisted living, and rehab facilities throughout the Orlando area.
- Anticipated needs of aging adults and worked closely with multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care to elderly patients.
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Closely monitored acute conditions related to falls and accidents, as well as chronic conditions, such as arthritis and COPD.
- Trained CNAs to recognize signs of patient health deterioration such as pressure wound identification, respiratory distress, and altered levels of consciousness.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
2 Years 9 Months- Supervised team consisting of an LPN and 2 medical assistants.
- Trained new nurses and medical assistants in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
- Triaged and counseled patients/parents via telephone according to established guidelines, advising on provider-established plans of care.
Clinical Research RN
11 Months- Provided nursing care in support of a diverse pediatric population participating in research protocols.
- Administered medications and IV infusions, including chemotherapeutic, research/investigational drugs, and hazardous drug administration.
- Administered therapies and medications in line with physician orders and research protocol treatment plan.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Emergency Department RN
4 Months- RN in stand-alone ER, serving both adult and pediatric populations.
- Collaborated with emergency room physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment.
- Managed patient care from triage/admission to discharge.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
Emergency Department RN
6 Months- Travel RN. Additional employment as Staff RN March 2009 - March 2010.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Documented work in Cerner EHR and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
Clinical RN
1 Year 5 Months- Clinical RN in Health Unit serving a population of approximately 900 Americans at U.S. Embassy Cairo, Egypt.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement, and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to support the health needs of Embassy personnel in a medically disadvantaged country.
- Provided preventive care such as well-child checks, adult physicals, gynecological examinations, and immunization clinics.
- Delivered orientation and training of RNs in specific clinic operations and procedures.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care when taking after-hours emergency telephone calls.
Emergency Department RN
1 Year 6 Months- Additional employment February 2007 - March 2009.
- RN floating among three hospitals that included a 55-bed Level I Trauma Center, a Level III Trauma Center, and a stand-alone ER.
- Provided patient care from triage/admission to discharge while quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds and thoracic trauma.
- Provided clinical instruction to new nurses, residents, and student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Clinical expertise
Clinical site evaluation
Accreditation and clinical site compliance
Simulation support
Course objective implementation
Clinical partnerships
Cooperative leadership
Interprofessional collaboration
Training and mentoring
Process improvement
Certification
- Florida RN 9546590 - Expires July 2028
- American Heart Association BLS - Expires November 2027
- Military Service: Captain, U.S. Army Reserves Nurse Corps, September 2007 - February 2016
Timeline
Lead Teacher, Medical Academy
Ridge Community High School, Polk County Public Schools
08.2023 - 08.2025Read More
Clinical Nurse Educator
Valencia College
06.2023 - CurrentRead More
RN and Clinic Coordinator
U.S. Department Of State
05.2022 - 06.2023Read More
Community Liaison Office (CLO) Coordinator
U.S. Department Of State
08.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Immunization Nurse
CVS Pharmacy Contractor
03.2021 - 08.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
IntelyCare
12.2020 - 08.2021Read More
Consular Assistant
U.S. Consulate Istanbul
01.2018 - 05.2019Read More
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Virginia Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine
12.2014 - 09.2017Read More
Clinical Research RN
National Institutes Of Health, NIH
01.2014 - 12.2014Read More
Emergency Department RN
Springfield Healthplex Inova ER
09.2013 - 01.2014Read More
Emergency Department RN
Lakewood Regional Medical Center
02.2013 - 08.2013Read More
Clinical RN
U.S. Department Of State
09.2011 - 02.2013Read More
Emergency Department RN
Humility Of Mary Health Partners
03.2010 - 09.2011Read More
Clinical RN Work Experience
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Susquehanna University
Bachelor of Arts from Political Science
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Kent State University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Professional Leadership and Development
Secretary, Florida Association of Health Science Educators (FAHSE), Florida Association of Career and Technical Education (FACTE) 2024 - Current
Support secondary and post‑secondary Health Science Educators across Florida by reviewing alignment of Florida Department of Education guidelines, contributing to statewide educator development, and promoting high‑quality health science instruction.