Imani Perkins
Guilderland
Summary
Registered Nurse experienced in school health, women’s health, and correctional care, with strong clinical assessment skills and a commitment to patient advocacy and safety. Passionate about mentoring and tutoring pre-nursing and nursing students to build confidence, master concepts, and achieve academic and clinical success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
KIPP Primary Tech Valley School
03.2025 - Current
- Manage the school health office, ensuring a compliant and safe environment. Provide assessments, treatments, and medication administration for K–4 students. Collaborate with families and staff to meet student healthcare needs.
Registered Nurse
Schenectady County Jail
07.2024 - 10.2025
- Delivered emergency and routine medical care in a high-acuity correctional setting. Coordinated with providers to address urgent patient needs and ensured safe transfers when required. Supported and mentored new nurses on protocols and emergency response.
Registered Nurse
Bellevue Women’s Center
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Cared for patients throughout labor, delivery, postpartum, and surgical recovery. Educated families on newborn care and breastfeeding while closely monitoring maternal vitals. Advanced from Patient Care Technician to Registered Nurse, demonstrating strong clinical growth.
Patient Care Technician
Albany Medical Center
07.2017 - 05.2021
- Assisted with patient monitoring, routine care, and emergency procedures. Collected specimens and reported condition changes promptly to nurses. Supported CPR, resuscitation, and airway management when needed.
Case Manager
The Unity House of Troy
04.2018 - 07.2020
- Assessed client needs and coordinated healthcare and community services. Supported clients with insurance navigation and access to providers. Maintained accurate, confidential documentation while advocating for individualized care needs.
Patient Care Technician
Belvedere Home Care
07.2014 - 06.2017
- Assisted geriatric and TBI clients with daily activities, hygiene, and mobility. Monitored health changes and reported updates to clinical staff. Maintained a safe, supportive home environment while promoting client independence.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN01.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Belanger School of Nursing
Schenectady, NY01.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Russell Sage College
Troy, NY01.2018
Skills
- Clinical Assessment
- Critical Thinking
- IV Management
- Electric Medical Records (EMR)
- Emergency Response
- Health Education
- Leadership & Mentoring
- Nursing Tutoring
TUTORING & ACADEMIC SUPPORT
Nursing & Pre-Nursing Tutor | 2024–Present
Provide personalized tutoring in Anatomy & Physiology, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and Fundamentals. Help students develop strong study habits, clinical reasoning, and test-taking strategies. Skilled in supporting first-generation, nontraditional, and returning students to improve confidence and academic performance.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License — 2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (American Heart Association)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
KIPP Primary Tech Valley School
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Schenectady County Jail
07.2024 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
Bellevue Women’s Center
12.2022 - 07.2024
Case Manager
The Unity House of Troy
04.2018 - 07.2020
Patient Care Technician
Albany Medical Center
07.2017 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician
Belvedere Home Care
07.2014 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Belanger School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Russell Sage College