Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
Healthcare Experience
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline
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Sia Joy  Bendu

Sia Joy Bendu

Columbus

Summary

Newly licensed Registered Nurse with clinical experience in critical care, pediatrics, OB and newborn care, psychiatric, and community health settings. Served as a Clinician Technician in the MICU at Cleveland Clinic from August 2022 to July 2025, supporting high acuity patients across multiple specialties. Known for clear communication, cultural sensitivity, and maintaining a calm presence in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinician Technician - MICU

Cleveland Clinic
08.2022 - 07.2025
  • Provided direct care to critically ill patients in the MICU and floated to multiple units including med-surg, telemetry, emergency, and pediatric floors.
  • Supported patient hygiene, vitals, mobility, and monitored condition changes.
  • Recognized for adaptability, compassion, and team support.

Community Health Nursing

Jennings Assisted Living
01.2025 - 03.2025
  • Assisted elderly clients with chronic disease management and provided health education in a residential setting.

Medical-Surgical ICU

University Hospitals LakeWest Medical Center
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Provided care for critically ill patients including telemetry monitoring, ventilator support, and complex assessments.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.

Pediatrics

Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Delivered age-appropriate care and medication administration.
  • Focused on pediatric assessment, communication, and family-centered support.

OB and Newborn Care

MacDonald Women's Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Supported patients during labor, delivery, and postpartum.
  • Conducted newborn assessments and provided maternal education.

Psychiatric Nursing

Elyria Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed mental health assessments, de-escalation, and safety interventions.
  • Supported therapeutic communication and care planning.

Shadow Experience - PICU

Cleveland Clinic
10.2024
  • Observed high-acuity pediatric care, including telemetry interpretation and chest tube management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH
05.2025

Skills

  • Critical care and high-acuity support
  • Pediatric and maternal-newborn care
  • Telemetry monitoring and hemodynamic assessment
  • Chest tube and drain management
  • Patient and family education
  • EMR documentation (EPIC)
  • Communication skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • BLS certification

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers, Current
  • Registered Nurse, Ohio

Leadership And Volunteer Experience

  • Children's Church Director, Vine Yard Church, 06/22 to 08/23, Led Sunday services, managed volunteers, and developed inclusive spiritual lessons for children.
  • Volunteer Tutor, Local Library, 2020, Tutored elementary and middle school students in reading, writing, and math.
  • Volunteer, Cleveland Food Bank, 01/25, Sorted and distributed food for families facing food insecurity.
  • Volunteer, MedWish and MedWorks, 02/25, Packaged and prepared surplus medical supplies for international healthcare use.
  • Greeter and Flow Director - COVID-19 Vaccination Center, Wolstein Center, 2021, Directed patient flow and assisted in registration for mass community vaccinations.
  • Resident Assistant, Cleveland State University, 2022 to 2023, Fostered inclusive living environments, resolved conflicts, and supported wellness focused programming for university residents.

Healthcare Experience

  • Clinician Technician - MICU, Cleveland Clinic, 08/22 to 07/25, Provided direct care to critically ill patients in the MICU and floated to multiple units including med-surg, telemetry, emergency, and pediatric floors. Supported patient hygiene, vitals, mobility, and monitored condition changes. Recognized for adaptability, compassion, and team support.
  • Shadow Experience - PICU, Cleveland Clinic, 10/24, Observed high-acuity pediatric care, including telemetry interpretation and chest tube management.

Accomplishments

  • Graduate Cum Laude (Honors) for outstanding GPA

Languages

English
Full Professional
Krio
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Community Health Nursing

Jennings Assisted Living
01.2025 - 03.2025

Shadow Experience - PICU

Cleveland Clinic
10.2024

Medical-Surgical ICU

University Hospitals LakeWest Medical Center
08.2024 - 12.2024

Pediatrics

Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024

OB and Newborn Care

MacDonald Women's Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024

Psychiatric Nursing

Elyria Medical Center
08.2023 - 12.2023

Clinician Technician - MICU

Cleveland Clinic
08.2022 - 07.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)

Cleveland State University