Mia Vargas
Rexburg,USA
Summary
Organized and compassionate student nurse with a passion for patients. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge. Positive and upbeat healthcare team member trained in nursing fundamentals, medical terminology and anatomy. Multitasks in fast-paced environments and provides level-headed emergency response. Committed to teamwork, integrity, and respect, all while furthering my knowledge!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
Idaho Falls, ID
03.2025 - Current
- Shadowed nurses across multiple units, including Wound Care, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Medical-Surgical/Orthopedics, Rehabilitation, Emergency Department, and the Operating Room, gaining broad clinical exposure of loyalty and insight into interdisciplinary patient care.
- Provided support in patient assessments, medication administration, documentation, wound care, and personal hygiene management.
Student Nurse
Behavioral Health Clinic
Idaho Falls, ID
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to engage with patients, including those with mental health conditions, fostering trust, and promoting emotional well-being.
- Participated in patient group therapy sessions to observe and learn evidence-based coping strategies and therapeutic techniques aimed at supporting mental health improvement.
Student Nurse
The Temple View Transitional Care Center
Rexburg, ID
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Collaborated with nurses throughout their shifts, applying clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, assisting with brief changes, patient transport, feeding, and hygiene care, to support comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted Certified Nurse Aides in providing hygiene care and engaging patients in recreational activities to promote comfort and well-being.
CNA Assistant
BeeHive Homes of Cypress
Houston, TX
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted Certified Nurse Aides in taking and recording vital signs, maintaining the personal hygiene of patients, and cleaning up after mealtimes.
- Engaged in group and individual social entertainment activities with residents to promote an enjoyable and nurturing environment.
Nanny
Nanny
Kennewick, WA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsible for the care and education of two children younger than ten years of age.
- Implemented daily activities, ensuring physical well-being, providing emotional nurturing, planning and implementing educational activities, applying balanced entertainment, and managing problem-solving.
- Communicated with parents and other adults involved in the children's activities to verify time management and a safe environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, Idaho12.2025
Associates Degree - Science
Lone Star College
Cypress, TX05.2023
Skills
- Patient care and advocacy
- Team collaboration
- Therapeutic communication
- Vital signs management
- Health promotion strategies
- Nursing assessments
Websites
Certification
Basic Life Support Provider, American Heart Association, 05/24
References
- Alexis Grimm, PMHNP-BC, Riverwalk Psychiatry, 705 Gage Blvd. Suite 100, Richmond, Washington, 99352, (208) 949-5118
- Benjamin Cook, Nurse Practitioner, Department of Nursing, 290 S 1st E St, Rexburg, Idaho, 83440, cookBe@byui.edu
- Randy Paramore, Owner of Beehive Homes, Assisted Living Center, 16220 West Road, Houston, Texas, 77095, rparamore@beehivehomes.com
Timeline
Student Nurse
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center
03.2025 - Current
Student Nurse
Behavioral Health Clinic
01.2025 - 02.2025
Student Nurse
The Temple View Transitional Care Center
10.2024 - 11.2024
CNA Assistant
BeeHive Homes of Cypress
06.2023 - 08.2023
Nanny
Nanny
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Associates Degree - Science
Lone Star College
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