Sean Patten
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Dedicated New Graduate Nurse with a unique background of 20 years of military leadership as a Gunner's Mate and hand-on clinical experience via a UCSD Health Externship. Proven ability to maintain composure and deliver precise care in high-pressure environments. Committed to upholding the high standards of Sharp HealthCare through clinical excellence and a veteran's discipline.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student Extern
UCSD Health
San Diego, CA
02.2026 - Current
- Triage & Rapid Assessment: Performed focused physical assessments and prioritized care for a diverse patient population in a high-volume Level 1 Trauma Center, identifying early signs of clinical deterioration.
- Emergency Interventions: Assisted in the stabilization of trauma and critical care patients, including active participation in cardiac arrests and rapid response protocols.
- Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated competency in ED-specific skills such as IV insertion, phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG placement, and wound care management under RN supervision.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Effectively communicated critical patient data (SBAR) to physicians, social workers, and respiratory therapists to ensure seamless transitions of care.
- Patient Advocacy & Communication: Provided empathetic education and support to patients and families during acute medical crises, ensuring "The Sharp Experience" standards of care and comfort.
Gunner's Mate
United States Navy, USN
San Diego, CA
05.2004 - 03.2025
- Crisis Leadership: Orchestrated emergency response protocols for a crew of 15, ensuring rapid stabilization of critical situations in high-stress environments
- Safety & Compliance: Maintained a 100% safety record over a 20-year career by strictly adhering to rigorous SOPs and quality control measures; translating to a "culture of safety" mindset in clinical patient care.
- Team Coordination: Facilitated clear, closed-loop communication between diverse departments to achieve operational goals, a skill directly applied to interdisciplinary rounds at UCSD Health
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
La Jolla, CA05-2026
Skills
- Triage & Rapid Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Multi-disciplinary Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support, AHA - 2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, AHA - 2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support, AHA - 2026
- Master Training Specialist, US Navy - 2012
Awards
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal x7
Navy Good Conduct x4
Timeline
Nursing Student Extern
UCSD Health
02.2026 - Current
Gunner's Mate
United States Navy, USN
05.2004 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University