Nava Safari
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Bachelor of Science in Nursing graduate (May 2025) with over 700 clinical hours across acute care, mental health, community health, and long-term care. Skilled in delivering safe, patient-centered care to diverse populations, including managing acute and unstable patients in short-stay/ED-style settings. Proficient in medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, physical assessments, and electronic health record documentation. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to advancing evidence-based practice, promoting patient advocacy, and contributing to high-quality outcomes as a Registered Nurse.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
DSHS
01.2020 - Current
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Nursing Student
Swedish Edmonds
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed a senior preceptorship (200 hours) under direct RN mentorship, progressively increasing independence in patient care delivery.
- Managed a full patient assignment, including assessment, medication administration, care planning, and evaluation, while prioritizing patient safety.
- Applied clinical judgment to recognize changes in patient status and promptly communicated findings to the preceptor/healthcare team.
- Coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, therapists, pharmacists, case managers) to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Provided comprehensive patient education on medications, disease processes, discharge instructions, and self-management strategies.
- Utilized electronic health record (EHR) systems for accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses.
- Demonstrated proficiency in IV therapy, wound care, telemetry monitoring, and post-operative assessments (adjust this list to reflect your actual skills).
- Practiced time management and prioritization by organizing care for multiple patients with complex needs.
- Strengthened ability to deliver evidence-based, compassionate care while transitioning from student to entry-level professional nurse.
Nursing Student
Fair Fax Mental Health Facility
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments including mood, affect, thought processes, and risk for harm.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques (active listening, open-ended questions, validation) to build trust and rapport with patients.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Observed and participated in group therapy sessions, reinforcing coping strategies and healthy communication.
- Administered and monitored the effects of psychiatric medications under RN supervision, ensuring patient safety.
- Provided patient and family education on mental health conditions, coping strategies, and available community resources.
- Supported patients in activities of daily living (ADLs), promoting independence while ensuring safety.
- Monitored patients for changes in mood, behavior, and potential safety risks (e.g., suicidal ideation, aggression).
- Collaborated with nurses, psychiatrists, and social workers to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, interventions, and responses in electronic health records.
Nursing Student
Everett Providence
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Provided care to acute and unstable patients in a short stay/observation unit with ED-level acuity, requiring frequent reassessment and rapid interventions.
- Performed focused and comprehensive patient assessments to identify changes in condition and communicated findings promptly to the RN/preceptor.
- Assisted with stabilization of patients presenting with chest pain, respiratory distress, dehydration, post-op complications, and other urgent conditions.
- Gained experience in IV insertion, medication administration, wound care, oxygen therapy, and telemetry monitoring under supervision.
- Practiced time-sensitive prioritization and clinical judgment by caring for multiple patients with high turnover and complex needs.
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to support safe discharge planning or transfer to higher levels of care when indicated.
- Reinforced patient and family education on discharge instructions, follow-up care, and health management in a high-stress environment.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record to ensure continuity of care.
Nursing Assistant
Swedish Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Observed patients' conditions regularly for any physical or mental changes and reported findings to the appropriate personnel promptly.
- Provided assistance to medical staff during tests, treatments and emergency procedures.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Nursing Student
Assisted Living Facility
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Gained experience providing direct care to older adults in an assisted living setting, focusing on promoting independence, dignity, and safety.
- Performed comprehensive assessments including vital signs, mobility, skin integrity, nutrition, and cognitive status under RN supervision.
- Supported residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as ambulation, hygiene, dressing, and meals, fostering independence whenever possible.
- Applied therapeutic communication techniques to build trust, provide emotional support, and enhance residents' quality of life.
- Observed and reinforced medication administration procedures while learning safe practices in geriatric pharmacology.
- Collaborated with nursing staff and caregivers to address residents' changing needs and update individualized care plans.
- Provided resident and family education on health promotion, fall prevention, and chronic disease management.
- Documented care activities and resident observations accurately in facility records under supervision.
PSA
Swedish hospital
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Assessed vitals and noted medical information to report changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Dental Assistant
Urban dental group
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Took patient blood pressure, pulse and temperature and accurately recorded results in patient charts.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Educated patients on treatment procedures and post-procedure home care.
- Laid out dental instruments and equipment before procedures.
- Created dental x-rays using traditional and digital methods.
- Prepared patients by explaining scheduled treatments and potential side effects.
- Gathered and reviewed patient records, data and health history to share with dentists for quick and accurate patient assessments, diagnoses and treatment.
Education
CNA Certification - Nursing Assistant
Shoreline Community College
Seattle, WAAssociate of Applied Science - Pre-nursing
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA05-2025
Skills
- Patient-Centered Care & Advocacy
- Clinical Judgment & Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration & Safety
- Electronic Health Records (Epic, Cerner, etc)
- IV Therapy & Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs & Physical Assessment
- Care Planning & Prioritization
- Wound Care & Dressing Changes
- Infection Control & Patient Safety
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Teamwork
- Therapeutic Communication (psych/mental health angle)
- Time Management in Acute Care Settings
Languages
Persian
Native/ Bilingual
Turkish
Native/ Bilingual
Education and Training
- Multilingual: Fluent in Persian, Farsi, Turkish, and Azeri.
- Healthcare Experience: Over 5 years providing direct patient care in hospital and long-term care environments
- Clinical Exposure: Extensive familiarity with hospital workflows, interdisciplinary teams, and patient-centered care
Timeline
Nursing Student
Swedish Edmonds
02.2025 - 05.2025
Nursing Student
Fair Fax Mental Health Facility
09.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Student
Everett Providence
06.2024 - 12.2024
Nursing Student
Assisted Living Facility
04.2024 - 06.2024
Nursing Assistant
Swedish Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2024
PSA
Swedish hospital
11.2022 - 05.2023
Caregiver
DSHS
01.2020 - Current
Dental Assistant
Urban dental group
01.2020 - 02.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-nursing
Bellevue College
CNA Certification - Nursing Assistant
Shoreline Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pacific Lutheran University