Matthew Derry
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care, leveraging critical thinking and exceptional communication skills to foster positive healthcare experiences. Committed to team collaboration and focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Proven adaptability ensures the provision of efficient and compassionate care, complemented by expertise in EMR charting, patient assessments, and care coordination. A solid foundation in mental health nursing, along with professional experience as an LVN and CNA, enhances the ability to address diverse patient needs effectively.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Sharp Rees-Stealy
San Diego
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided patient care in multiple departments as a member of the float pool effectively adapting to change at a moment's notice
- Worked collaboratively with team members providing quality patient care
- Effectively managed patient intake/flow
- Administered medications/injections as prescribed
- Prepared for procedures and assisted providers with procedures
- Educated patients on conditions/treatments
- Obtained vital signs and accurately recorded patient data in electronic medical record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital
San Diego
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Provided compassionate nursing care collaboratively to adults with both chronic and acute conditions
- Obtained and documented vital signs
- Performed EKGs and bladder scans
- Implemented the use of the Hoyer lift to transfer patients
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Acted as a patient sitter for high-risk patients providing 1 to 1 observation and care
- Provided comfort care and end of life care.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
National University
San Diego, CA01.2024
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Grossmont Health Occupations Center
Santee, CA01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
American Red Cross
Torrance, CA01.2011
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) -
Miramar College
San Diego01-2010
Skills
- Compassionate patient care
- Proficient with EMR/EHR
- EKG administration
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Patient education
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- HIPPA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Treatment plan implementation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- American Heart Association (AHA) – Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Blood Withdrawal and IV certified
Clinical Rotations
- Scripps Memorial Hospital, Med-Surg
- Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Med Surg
- Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Labor and Delivery
- Rady’s Children’s Hospital, Pediatrics
- Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital, Psychiatric
Associations
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Member
- American Nurses Association (ANA), Member
- California Nurses Association, Member
Awards
- Graduated Cum Laude (3.7 GPA) from National University’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
- Named ”Employee of the Month” at Scripps Mercy Hospital on the Med-Surg Acute Oncology Unit.
- Numerous favorable patient comment cards received at Scripps Mercy Hospital
- Promoted to Head Lifeguard at The Wavehouse Athletic Club.
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer at St. Bridges Catholic Church, Community Outreach Program feeding the homeless.
- Administered vaccinations with Champions for Health San Diego.
- Participant in the California AIDS/LIFE CYCLE ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
Timeline
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
Sharp Rees-Stealy
01.2017 - 01.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Scripps Mercy Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
National University
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Grossmont Health Occupations Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
American Red Cross
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) -
Miramar College