Miranda West
Springfield ,MO
Summary
Compassionate and driven third-semester BSN student with hands-on clinical experience in cardiac stepdown, gynecology, medical-surgical, and intensive care units. Eager to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and expand my knowledge of patient care. Strongly developed in patient communication, Epic Electronic Health Record documentation, and basic patient care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital Springfield
4D - Cardiac Stepdown Unit
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted 9+ patients per shift with daily activities including bathing, feeding, exercising, and dressing to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Monitor and record patient vitals, input and output, and blood sugar levels.
- Transferred patients into beds, wheelchairs, and sitting chairs using safe handling equipment to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army National Guard
01.2022 - Current
- Repair armored vehicles meeting all Army standards and regulations.
- Completed combat, mechanical, and lifesaving training to enhance operational readiness.
- Collaborate with National Guard members to support state and national defense efforts.
- Leader of lower enlisted counsel. I facilitate communication between command and lower enlisted soldiers, and address company concerns.
Nurse Extern
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Completed 124 total hours of patient care across adult, pediatric, and neonatal intensive care, step-down, and labor & delivery settings.
- Gained experience caring for diverse patient populations and making connections with team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2027
Skills
- Patient Advocacy and Communication
- Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR)
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Safe Medication Administration
- Sterile Foley and Straight Catheter Insertion
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Timeline
Nurse Extern
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2026 - 07.2026
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Hospital Springfield
10.2024 - Current
Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic (91B)
United States Army National Guard
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Missouri State University