Nerissa Graves
San Diego,CA
Summary
To obtain a position as a Registered Nurse within the Veteran's Affairs San Diego Healthcare System where I can utilize my clinical skills and compassionate approach to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care tailored to the unique needs of Veterans by honoring their service and contributing to their overall well-being.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
CRF Behavioral Healthcare
03.2026 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive psychiatric care through crisis management, medication handling, patient monitoring, and clinical coordination.
- Manage medication-related responsibilities such as inventory, storage compliance, documentation in the EHR, and provide client/family education.
- Deliver community‑based services, identify health concerns, and coordinate appropriate follow‑up or higher levels of care.
Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Resident
VA San Diego Healthcare System
09.2025 - Current
- Gain hands-on experience in high-acuity units (Med-Surg, Mental Health, ICU and ER) with increasing independence.
- Participate in biweekly classroom instruction, seminars, and advanced simulation exercises.
- Refine leadership and technical skills through expert precepting and interdisciplinary shadowing.
Medical Support Assistant
Grafenwoehr Army Health Clinic
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Coordinate essential healthcare services, including appointment scheduling, patient orders, and the comprehensive management of electronic health records.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for staff and the public, performing a full range of clerical, receptionist, and communication duties within the facility.
- Support and adhere to hospital and nursing service policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Harding University Carr College of Nursing
Searcy, AR05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University
San Bernardino, CA12-2018
Affiliations
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, 11/24, Present
Certification
- NCLEX – RN, California, 07/25
- ECG Recognition, 01/26
- American Heart Association ACLS Provider, 10/25, Present
- American Heart Association BLS Provider – CPR/AED/First Aid, 08/23, Present
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, 11/24, Present
- Health Professions Scholarship Program, 01/24, 05/25
- Juanita Nichols Endowed Scholarship for Nursing, 08/23, 12/23
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- VA San Diego Healthcare System, Code Green Committee, 10/25, Present
- Carr College of Nursing, Harding University, Psychosocial Health Tutor, 01/25, 05/25
- Carr College of Nursing, Harding University, MEPN recruiter, 01/25, 05/25
- San Bernardino Sexual Assault Services, Sexual Assault Advocate, 09/18, 02/19
Timeline
Registered Nurse
CRF Behavioral Healthcare
03.2026 - Current
Post-Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Resident
VA San Diego Healthcare System
09.2025 - Current
Medical Support Assistant
Grafenwoehr Army Health Clinic
07.2022 - 07.2023
Master of Science - Nursing
Harding University Carr College of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University