Orlicia Applewhite
Memphis,TN
Summary
Dedicated Nursing Student with comprehensive clinical experience at Baptist College of Health Sciences Clinical, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated adaptability and critical thinking, significantly enhancing patient care. Skilled in infection control and empathetic communication, committed to continuous professional development and patient advocacy.
Developed strong patient care, communication, and organizational skills in clinical environment. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging background in understanding patient needs and executing medical procedures. Dedicated to applying these transferrable skills to make positive impact in new role.
Positive, compassionate, and dedicated individual with solid foundation in patient care practices and medical knowledge. Proficient in administering basic medical procedures and understanding patient needs, along with strong communication and organizational skills. Committed to making meaningful impact on patient health and well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing-student
Baptist College of Health Sciences Clinical
07.2024 - 04.2026
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Sciences University
Memphis, TN04-2026
Skills
- Vitals monitoring
- Task prioritization
- Patient assessments
- Patient monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Direct patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- ADL assistance
- Catheter care
- Medical documentation
- Self-reflection
- Health promotion
- CPR/AED
- Accurate documentation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Preventive health
- Cardiac monitors
- Surgical assistance
Accomplishments
Clinical & Academic Accomplishments:
- Patient Care
- Skill Proficiency in Med Surgical , Health Assessment, Professional Nurses, Fundamentals Courses
- Time Management
- CPR/BLS
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Nursing-student
Baptist College of Health Sciences Clinical
07.2024 - 04.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baptist Health Sciences University
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