Raven Ray
Tacoma,WA
Summary
New graduate nursing student with experience as a nurse technician in a Neuro Trauma ICU, Cardiac Progressive Care Unit, and Medical-Surgical unit and experience from being a preceptee in an ICU. Strong foundation in patient assessment, monitoring, and prioritization in high-acuity settings. Known for effective teamwork, clear communication, and a strong interest in transitioning into a critical care role to provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Registered Nurse Preceptee
St Anthony's ICU
Gig Harbor, WA
04.2026 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments under supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Performed nursing skills such as IV insertions, catheter insertions and nasogastric insertions
- Provided central line procedures and care such as dressing changes, lab draws and medication administration using evidence based practice and under direct supervision from my preceptor
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and improve outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in the execution of advanced life support procedures during critical situations.
- Supported families during challenging times by offering emotional support, education on their loved one''s condition, and facilitating communication with healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated effective time management skills by prioritizing tasks according to urgency while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of patient care.
Nurse Technician
Tacoma General Hospital
Tacoma, WA
06.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and medical supplies.
- Supported patients with mobility needs, enhancing overall care experience.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Performed nursing skills such as medication passes, IV insertions, catheter insertions, nasogastric tube insertions and wound care under direct supervision from a RN
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
Medication Technician/ Caregiver
Bay Pointe Assisted Living Facility
Bremerton, WA
12.2020 - 05.2025
- Administered medications to residents following established protocols and safety guidelines
- Provided care to resident's with diabetes which consisted of blood glucose checks, insulin administration and providing them meals that would help keep their blood sugar levels in a safe range
- Obtained vital signs prior to medication administration
- Monitored and documented resident responses to medications, ensuring timely reporting of any concerns
- Assisted in training new staff on medication administration procedures and compliance standards
- Provided comfort care to residents who were on hospice which included administration of medications, collaborating with hospice nurses to provide optimal patient care, implementing interventions to prevent pressure injuries and making residents and their families as comfortable as possible
- Administered PRN medications based off of objective and subjective information
- Collaborated with resident's doctors when there was any concerns or a change from their baseline
- Assisted with ADLs such as providing showers, oral care and dressing changes
Education
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Olympic College
Bremerton, WA06-2026
High School Diploma -
Bremerton High School
Bremerton, WA06-2020
Skills
- NIHSS certified - expires January 2027
- BLS certified - expires August 2026
- Holistic patient care
- De-escalation
- Clinical judgment
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient assessments
- ADL management
- Patient safety management
Accomplishments
President’s Scholar Fall 2022, President’s Scholar Winter 2023, President’s Scholar Spring 2023, Dean’s Scholar Fall 2023, Dean’s Scholar Fall 2024, Dean’s Scholar Winter 2025, Dean’s Scholar Spring 2025, President’s Scholar Fall 2025, Dean’s Scholar Winter 2026
Timeline
Student Registered Nurse Preceptee
St Anthony's ICU
04.2026 - Current
Nurse Technician
Tacoma General Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Medication Technician/ Caregiver
Bay Pointe Assisted Living Facility
12.2020 - 05.2025
Associates Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Olympic College
High School Diploma -
Bremerton High School