Safa Azat
Banner – University Medical Center Tucson
Tucson,AZ
2
Languages
1
Certification
Bachelor of Science in Nursing student at Arizona College of Nursing with an anticipated graduation in December 2026. Dean's List student with leadership experience as Treasurer of the Student Nurses Association of Arizona. Clinical experience includes ICU, PCU, CDU, Telemetry, Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, NICU, PICU, medical-surgical, behavioral health, and rehabilitation. Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with a commitment to providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Fluent in English and Arabic with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations. Eager to continue learning, strengthen clinical skills, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare team as a New Graduate RN at Banner Health.
Work History
INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (ICU)-Northwest Medical Center
- Provided direct care for critically ill patients under RN supervision, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Performed focused assessments and monitored vital signs, neurological status, and changes in patient condition.
- Monitored critical care interventions and collaborated with healthcare team to enhance patient safety and care outcomes.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
TELEMETRY UNIT- Northwest Medical Center
- Conducted head-to-toe assessments, monitored vital signs, and promptly reported changes in patient condition to supervising RN to facilitate timely interventions.
- Supported medication administration and daily nursing care under RN supervision, prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
- Provided nursing care for patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring, ensuring adherence to protocols.
CRITICAL DECISION UNIT (CDU) Northwest Medical Cen
- Assisted with patient assessments, wound care, and nursing interventions to enhance patient well-being.
- Collaborated with nursing staff and wound care nurse to facilitate effective patient recovery.
- Contributed to patient education, safety measures, and discharge planning to ensure comprehensive care.
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new processes in fast-paced environments.
- Applied effective communication skills to facilitate understanding among team members.
WOMEN'S SERVICES | LABOR & DELIVERY | MOTHER-BABY | POSTPARTUM
- Participated in the care of laboring patients throughout the labor and birth process under the supervision of registered nurses.
- Performed maternal, postpartum, and newborn assessments while monitoring changes in patient condition.
- Observed vaginal and cesarean deliveries while gaining experience in obstetric nursing care.
- Assisted with postpartum recovery, including fundal assessment, lochia assessment, pain assessment, and maternal vital signs.
- Performed newborn assessments, measurements, vital signs, and newborn safety practices.
- Assisted with breastfeeding education, skin-to-skin care, and family-centered bonding.
- Participated in fetal heart rate monitoring and interpretation with the healthcare team.
- Assisted with medication administration, Foley catheter care, patient education, and electronic documentation under RN supervision.
- Collaborated with nurses, providers, lactation consultants, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver safe, evidence-based, family-centered care.
NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (NICU) | PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (PICU) | PEDIATRIC MEDICAL-SURGICAL
- Assisted with the care of neonatal and pediatric patients experiencing acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Performed age-appropriate assessments and monitored changes in patient condition.
- Assisted with medication administration, developmental care, and patient monitoring under RN supervision.
- Supported family-centered care through patient and caregiver education.
- Collaborated with nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to provide compassionate pediatric care.
ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL | ONCOLOGY | PCU
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe and focused assessments under RN supervision.
- Assisted with medication administration, wound care, activities of daily living, and patient education.
- Monitored patient status and promptly communicated changes to supervising nurses.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.
- Documented patient care using the electronic health record.
ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL
- Assisted with direct nursing care for adult medical-surgical patients.
- Performed physical assessments and medication administration under RN supervision.
- Promoted patient safety through infection prevention and evidence-based nursing interventions.
ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL
- Assisted with comprehensive patient care, assessments, medication administration, and routine nursing interventions.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to provide safe, individualized patient care.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
- Utilized therapeutic communication to establish trust and support patients experiencing behavioral health conditions.
- Assisted with mental status assessments, patient observation, and interdisciplinary care planning.
- Promoted a safe therapeutic environment while supporting patient-centered care.
REHABILITATION | COMMUNITY HEALTH
- Assisted patients recovering from illness, injury, and neurological conditions.
- Encouraged patient independence through mobility assistance and rehabilitation-focused nursing care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary discharge planning and patient education.
LONG-TERM CARE
- Assisted in providing compassionate nursing care to geriatric residents.
- Performed patient assessments, medication administration, and activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient safety, infection prevention, and quality care.
Hospital Volunteer
- Assisted patients, visitors, and healthcare staff while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.
- Supported hospital departments and contributed to a positive patient experience.
- 100 Hours
Hospital Volunteer
- Assisted patients and visitors throughout multiple hospital departments.
- Worked collaboratively with healthcare staff to support daily operations and patient satisfaction.
- 60 Hours
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Dean's List
- Expected in 12/2026
Skills
Maternal-newborn care
Family-centered nursing
Medication management
Medication Administration
Electronic documentation
Critical care nursing
Electronic Health Record Documentation
Breastfeeding Support
Patient Education
Critical Thinking
English & Arabic (Fluent)
Therapeutic Communication
Infection Prevention & Sterile Technique
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Dean's List – Arizona College of Nursing
- Student Leadership – Treasurer, Student Nurses Association of Arizona
- Community Service – Completed 160 hospital volunteer hours at Carondelet St. Mary's and St. Joseph's Hospitals
Certification
- American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Valid through October 2026
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Arabic - Fluent
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Hospital Volunteer
Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital
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Hospital Volunteer
Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital
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LONG-TERM CARE
La Cañada Care Center
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REHABILITATION | COMMUNITY HEALTH
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson
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BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Banner – University Medical Center South
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ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL
Oro Valley Hospital
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ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL
Tucson Medical Center
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ADULT MEDICAL-SURGICAL | ONCOLOGY | PCU
Banner – University Medical Center
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NEONATAL INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (NICU) | PEDIATRIC INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (PICU) | PEDIATRIC MEDICAL-SURGICAL
Tucson Medical Center
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WOMEN'S SERVICES | LABOR & DELIVERY | MOTHER-BABY | POSTPARTUM
Banner – University Medical Center Tucson
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INTENSIVE CARE UNIT (ICU)-Northwest Medical Center
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TELEMETRY UNIT- Northwest Medical Center
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CRITICAL DECISION UNIT (CDU) Northwest Medical Cen
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Arizona College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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