Nicola Ford
The Villages,FL
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
UPMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
10.2023 - Current
- Obtain vital signs on a maximum assignment of 12 patients
- Assist patients with their activities of daily living
- Work closely with the healthcare team to ensure the patients comfort levels are maintained as well as their priorities in their care
- Perform and appropriately document capillary glucose measurements, foley care, intake and output, and hygienic care.
PATIENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
UPMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Responsible for ensuring safety of patients during Patient Sitter cases
- Provided continuous observation for high-risk patients
- Decreased fall risks and chance of self-harm in high-risk patient environments
- Aided with unit support
- Assisted with restocking, handing out patient’s daily plan of care, and providing patients and families with companionship.
- Worked in resource pool as Health Unit Coordinator and answered 50+ patients calls per shift
RISK MANAGEMENT CHAIR
KAPPA DELTA XI CHAPTER
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Responsible for safety of 150 members of Kappa Delta Sorority during registered events
- In charge of five-seven other event monitors at Kappa Delta Xi Chapter functions
- Attended Harm Reduction classes to learn proper administration of Naloxone in case emergencies
- Provided all 150 members with tips and tricks to emphasize that their safety is always prioritized.
PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTOR
SAF-T-SWIM
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Providing children and adults with life-saving tips on how to be a strong swimmer for leisure and in case of an emergency
- Providing first aid in case of an emergency
- Strong communication with students to help them become more confident in their swimming abilities in the pool and more confident in themselves.
TREAT TEAM MEMBER
RITAS ITALIAN ICE
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Reliable service-oriented worker delivering treats and ice cream to individuals of all ages
- Created a welcoming environment for guests
- Enforced food safety policies to ensure the safety of all patrons.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04.2024
Diploma -
Oceanside Highschool
Oceanside, NY06.2020
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Patience
- Compassion
- CPR and AED Training
- Childcare
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork
Certification
ACT 33 Child Abuse History Clearance, ACT 34 Criminal Record Check, ACT 73 FBI Criminal Background Check, American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Program 2
Timeline
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
UPMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
10.2023 - Current
RISK MANAGEMENT CHAIR
KAPPA DELTA XI CHAPTER
08.2022 - 04.2023
PATIENT SUPPORT ASSISTANT
UPMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
06.2022 - 10.2023
PRIVATE SWIM INSTRUCTOR
SAF-T-SWIM
08.2016 - 08.2021
TREAT TEAM MEMBER
RITAS ITALIAN ICE
08.2016 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pittsburgh
Diploma -
Oceanside Highschool
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