Kiarah Nelson
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate student nurse with over five years of diverse experience in healthcare. Demonstrates effective communication skills, remains calm under pressure, and prioritizes tasks in fast-paced environments. Committed to providing patient-centered care with a focus on safety, comfort, and cultural sensitivity. Recognized for adaptability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Horizon Specialty Hospital Of Henderson
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Determined nature and urgency of patient requests to refer patients to appropriate medical staff.
- Mailed patient appointment letters.
- Managed appointments, coordinated care across departments, and handled high-volume phone communication.
- Served as liaison between Veterans and healthcare providers to ensure timely message delivery and resolution of scheduling issues.
Medical Assistant
Green Valley OBGYN
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assisted the OB/GYN physician with in-house procedures, including ultrasounds, vulva biopsies, IUD insertion and removal, and colposcopies.
Medical Assistant
Southwest Medical Associates
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Assisted physicians with in-office procedures, including IUD insertions and removals, colposcopies, cryo-freezings, and vulvar biopsies.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general inquiries, and prepared them for the physician by explaining the procedures.
- Educated patients about their medications, procedures, and physicians' instructions.
- Contacted patients to follow up on their needs and to provide lab results.
Medical Assistant
Anthem Hills Pediatrics
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging, and compassionate environment.
- Conducted well-baby and well-child check-ups for patients ranging from newborns to 18 years of age, including performing finger sticks and phlebotomy.
- Assessed the necessary immunizations for each patient and administered them according to the pediatrician's orders.
- Evaluated respiratory issues and provided nebulizer treatments as needed.
- Collected urine samples and handled them for urinalysis.
Patient Access Representative
San Francisco Otolaryngology Medical Group
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Stayed calm under pressure to and successfully dealt with difficult situations.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Resolved customer complaints using established follow-up procedures.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various offices and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Arizona College of Nursing
Las Vegas, NV08-2025
Diploma - Medical Assistant
InterCoast College
Fairfield, CA11-2019
High School Diploma -
Fairfield High School
Fairfield, CA06-2018
Skills
- Chart updating
- Discharge coordination
- IV management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Emotional intelligence
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Proficient in Epic, Cerner, NextGen, Allscripts TouchWorks, and Meditech
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
Clinical Experience
- Med Surg III – North Vista Hospital, ER and ICU | May 2025 – August 2025
- Maternal Health – Centennial Hospital, Labor and Delivery | March 2025 – April 2025
- Pediatrics – Summerlin Hospital, PICU and Pediatric Oncology | January 2025 – February 2025
- Med Surg II – Henderson Hospital | October 2024 – November 2024
- Community Health – Volunteers of Medicine of Southern Nevada | October 2024 – November 2024
- Med Surg II – Sunrise Hospital | September 2024 – October 2024
- Community Health – American Red Cross | September 2024 – October 2024
- Mental Health – North Vista Hospital | July 2024 – August 2024
- Med Surg I – Southern Hills Hospital | May 2024 – July 2024
- Fundamentals – Horizon Specialty Hospital | March 2024 – April 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Horizon Specialty Hospital Of Henderson
02.2024 - 06.2025
Advanced Medical Support Assistant
Department of Veterans Affairs
01.2023 - 02.2024
Medical Assistant
Green Valley OBGYN
06.2022 - 01.2023
Medical Assistant
Southwest Medical Associates
10.2020 - 06.2022
Medical Assistant
Anthem Hills Pediatrics
02.2020 - 08.2020
Patient Access Representative
San Francisco Otolaryngology Medical Group
06.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Arizona College of Nursing
Diploma - Medical Assistant
InterCoast College
High School Diploma -
Fairfield High School
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