Josue A. Najera-Picazo
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Compassionate nursing student nearing graduation with hands-on clinical experience in medical-surgical, pediatrics, and critical care settings. Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong communication skills, cultural competence, and a commitment to patient-centered care. Eager to bring clinical knowledge, adaptability, and a strong work ethic to a dynamic healthcare team.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Student Nurse
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
Torrance, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate, evidence-based care to patients across the lifespan in diverse settings including medical-surgical, telemetry, oncology, and maternity.
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Cared for patients from a wide range of cultural, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
Clinical Student Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
Torrance, CA
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Provided age-appropriate, family-centered care to infants, children, and adolescents in an acute pediatric unit.
- Communicated effectively with children at different developmental stages using therapeutic play, distraction techniques, and nonverbal cues.
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing -
El Camino College
Torrance, CA06-2025
Skills
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish; able to communicate effectively with patients and families from diverse backgrounds
- Electronic Medical Record: Proficient in EPIC charting system
- Clinical Skills: Vital signs, physical assessments, medication administration (PO,IM, SQ, IV)
- Equipment: Experience with Alaris IV pumps and Roche ACCU-CHEK
- Infection Control: Adheres to standard, contact, droplet, and airborne precautions
- Communication: Uses therapeutic communication and active listening
POSITION APPLYING FOR:
-STAFF NURSE
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- American Heart Association-Expires August/2026
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)- Expected June/2025
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
- El Camino College Dean's List: Fall Semester 2020
Timeline
Clinical Student Nurse
Harbor UCLA Medical Center, LADHS
03.2024 - 04.2024
Clinical Student Nurse
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance
06.2023 - Current
Associates Degree in Nursing -
El Camino College
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