Matthew Tankersley
Bowling Green
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Nursing Student at Western Kentucky University, on track to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing by May 2025. Driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives, I returned to school to pursue a career in nursing. Through hands-on clinical experience in the Burn ICU at Vanderbilt Medical Center, I have developed strong patient-centered care, effective communication, and critical thinking skills. Committed to lifelong learning, I aim to continuously expand my expertise and become a valued team member in a fast-paced healthcare environment, delivering empathetic care and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Practicum Student
Vanderbilt Medical Center Burn ICU
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Gained hands-on experience in a high-acuity setting through practicum hours in the Burn ICU at Vanderbilt Medical Center.
- Assisted with patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and complex wound care under the supervision of experienced healthcare professionals
- Observed and applied evidence-based interventions while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control and safety protocols
- Developed strong communication skills through direct patient and family interactions in high-stress environments
- Strengthened critical thinking and clinical judgment in managing patients with burn-related injuries
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-2025
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care: Skilled in conducting patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications while maintaining a compassionate, empathetic approach
- Clinical Judgment: Able to apply evidence-based practice to identify changes in patient conditions and implement appropriate interventions
- Communication & Collaboration: Proficient in conveying information clearly to patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams; strong team player in high-pressure environments
- Technical Proficiency: Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems, infection control measures, and specialized procedures (eg, wound care, IV therapy)
- Time Management: Efficient in prioritizing patient needs, coordinating care tasks, and meeting deadlines in fast-paced clinical settings
- Adaptability & Problem-Solving: Skilled at quickly adjusting care plans based on patient response and evolving clinical situations
- Patient Education: Competent in teaching patients and families about treatment plans, medication regimens, and post-discharge care
- Professionalism & Ethics: Committed to upholding patient confidentiality, maintaining professional boundaries, and practicing according to nursing standards and regulations
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Practicum Student
Vanderbilt Medical Center Burn ICU
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
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