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Joseph Alston Arras

Walterboro,SC

Summary

Compassionate nursing professional with a strong foundation in medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration. Focused on advocating for patients and families, while developing tailored care strategies that improve overall health outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Hampton Regional Medical Center
Varnville, SC
06.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses in adherence to safety protocols.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care delivery.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions and health management strategies.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Volunteer Firefighter

Colleton County Fire Rescue
Walterboro, SC
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Responded swiftly to emergency calls, ensuring rapid deployment of firefighting resources.
  • Assisted in training new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
  • Minimized risk of accidents on scene by following established protocols regarding traffic control management.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Carolina-Beaufort
Bluffton, SC
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - English

Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA
05-2007

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Medication and IV administration

Certification

  • Licensed to practice nursing in Georgia and South Carolina
  • BLS certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Hampton Regional Medical Center
06.2025 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Colleton County Fire Rescue
02.2023 - 07.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Carolina-Beaufort

Bachelor of Arts - English

Georgia Southern University
Joseph Alston Arras