Stephen Ryan
Newport Beach,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated newly licensed Registered Nurse with extensive experience in high-acuity patient care within emergency and critical care transport settings. Demonstrated expertise in recognizing early signs of clinical deterioration, prioritizing care, and responding effectively in fast-paced environments. A solid background in collaboration with RNs and interdisciplinary teams during critical care transports enhances the ability to deliver comprehensive patient support. Eager to leverage strong clinical judgment and adaptability to provide safe, high-quality patient care in challenging situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Lifeline EMS
Commerce, CA
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided BLS-level care during interfacility transports, performing patient assessments, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient safety throughout transport.
- Recognized early signs of patient deterioration and promptly communicated findings to healthcare teams to ensure timely intervention.
- Delivered safe, patient-centered care while supporting safe patient transfers and continuity of care.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Critical Care Transport
Liberty Ambulance
Downey, CA
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Supported RN during critical care transports of high-acuity patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Assisted with airway management, continuous monitoring, and rapid intervention in response to changes in patient condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe handoff and continuity of care between facilities.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing (BSN Equivalent) -
California Baptist University
Riverside, CABachelor of Science in Human Biology - undefined
Biola University
La Mirada, CA05-2021
Skills
- Clinical Skills:
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Judgment
- Telemetry Monitoring & Dysrhythmia Recognition
- IV Therapy & Medication Administration
- Airway Management & Oxygen Therapy
- Basic EKG Interpretation
- Professional Skills:
- Early Recognition of Clinical Deterioration
- Prioritization in High-Acuity Settings
- SBAR Communication
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Patient Safety & Advocacy
- Technical Skills:
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), California – Active
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certified
- FEMA Emergency Preparedness Certification
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Lifeline EMS
12.2023 - 05.2024
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) – Critical Care Transport
Liberty Ambulance
06.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science in Human Biology - undefined
Biola University
Master of Science in Nursing (BSN Equivalent) -
California Baptist University
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Developed competencies in patient assessment, telemetry monitoring, and recognition of clinical deterioration across diverse acute care settings.
- Community Hospital San Bernardino – Emergency Department (Preceptorship), San Bernardino, CA | 108 hrs | June–July 2025
- VA Loma Linda – ICU & Emergency Department, Redlands, CA | 108 hrs | Jan–Apr 2025
- Riverside Community Hospital – Labor & Delivery / Postpartum / NICU, Riverside, CA | 84 hrs | Mar–Apr 2025
- Pacific Grove – Mental Health, Riverside, CA | 84 hrs | Jan–Mar 2025
- Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center – Pediatrics & NICU, Pomona, CA | 84 hrs | Sept–Oct 2024
- VA Loma Linda – Medical-Surgical Telemetry, Redlands, CA | 108 hrs | Sept–Nov 2024
- Kaiser Riverside – Medical-Surgical Telemetry & Step-Down ICU, Riverside, CA | 108 hrs | May–July 2024