Laurelyn Drescher
Oklahoma City
Summary
Detail-oriented student nurse with hands-on experience across various units. Committed to patient care and currently finalizing nursing studies. Prepared to enhance practical skills in a clinical setting.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Technician (PRN)
SSM Health-Midwest City
Midwest City
01.2026 - Current
- Supported rapid response and high acuity interventions to stabilize critical patients
- Assisted RNs and physicians with emergency and trauma patient care to enhance patient outcomes
- Monitor vitals and report critical changes promptly
- Perform EKGs and point of care testing
- Ensured safe patient transport while maintaining infection control standards to reduce risk of infection
Nursing Student Clinical Experience
08.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive patient care through vital signs assessment, hygiene support, and accurate intake/output monitoring and documentation.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort through vital signs monitoring, bathing, hygiene assistance, mobility support, and safe transfers.
- Facilitated patient repositioning, conducted safety checks, and communicated effectively within interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to aseptic technique and infection control standards.
- Completed skills checkoffs in IV insertion, NG tube insertion, and urinary catheter insertion.
- Perform finger-stick blood glucose, specimen collection, and routine nursing tasks under RN supervision.
Anesthesia Technologist Student Experience
OU Medical Center
Oklahoma City
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted anesthesiologists with placement of arterial lines, central lines, Swan-Ganz catheters, epidurals, and spinal blocks to facilitate effective anesthesia management.
- Monitored patients' responses during procedures, assisted with intubation and extubation, and facilitated safe patient transport to enhance patient care.
- Collaborated with anesthesia and surgical teams to maintain smooth, safe procedural flow.
- Conducted daily inspections of anesthesia equipment, ensuring readiness and safety for procedures.
Licensed Insurance Agent
CSAA General Insurance Exchange
Oklahoma City
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate insurance policies and coverage options.
- Educated insureds on coverage options and guided policy changes to ensure compliance with underwriting guidelines.
- Provided clear descriptions of coverage and clarified billing impacts to help insureds make informed decisions.
- Educated customers on policy details and benefits to enhance understanding.
- Processed policy applications and renewals in a timely manner using company systems.
Fish Facility Manager, Laboratory Technician
OUHSC
Oklahoma City
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Ensured compliance with IACUC and NIH standards in fish care and research activities, safeguarding animal welfare.
- Coordinated projects and managed care for large zebrafish population, supporting research objectives.
- Managed daily facility operations ensuring safety and compliance standards.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for equipment and building systems.
- Supervised staff to maintain clean and functional environments.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing (AND) -
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Anesthesia Technology
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-2014
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- IV insertion
- Medication administration
- Urinary catheterization
- NG tube placement
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Surgical assistance
- Crisis management
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 06/01/25
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician (PRN)
SSM Health-Midwest City
01.2026 - Current
Nursing Student Clinical Experience
08.2025 - Current
Anesthesia Technologist Student Experience
OU Medical Center
06.2022 - 05.2024
Licensed Insurance Agent
CSAA General Insurance Exchange
09.2018 - 02.2021
Fish Facility Manager, Laboratory Technician
OUHSC
03.2016 - 09.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing (AND) -
Oklahoma City Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Anesthesia Technology
Oklahoma City Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Central Oklahoma