Sydney Olea Suarez

Nursing graduate anticipated May 2026 with over five years of healthcare experience and a strong foundation in acute and intermediate care settings. Experienced in continuous cardiac monitoring, care of complex postoperative patients, and early recognition of clinical deterioration. Known for strong interdisciplinary collaboration, critical thinking, and patient-centered care. Bilingual and committed to providing culturally competent, evidence-based care to diverse patient populations.

• BLS - Basic Life Support Exp: Feb 2028
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Exp: Sept 2026

Peer Mentor Ambassador

Jan 2026 - Present

• Mentored and supported fellow nursing students by providing academic guidance, sharing campus resources, and fostering a collaborative learning environment while strengthening leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Salem Health - Salem, OR

Intermediate Care Unit - Practicum - 180 Hrs      Jan - March 2026

• Cared for high-acuity cardiovascular patients including those with cardiogenic shock, managing titratable cardiac infusions such as diltiazem, dopamine, and milrinone with continuous hemodynamic monitoring. Managed atrial fibrillation infusions and post-operative vascular and thoracic surgery patients with chest tubes, neurovascular assessments, and early recognition of clinical deterioration.

Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center - Clackamas, OR

Orthopedic Medical-Surgical Unit - 90 Hrs           Oct - Dec 2025

• Completed supervised clinical experience on an orthopedic med/Surg unit, assisting with patient assessments, mobility, post-operative care, and patient safety

Gracelen Terrace Sapphire -  Portland, OR           Nov 2025

Palliative Care - 45 Hrs

  • Assessed pain and provided interventions such as analgesics, music   therapy, hot/cold therapy, and therapeutic communication. 

PeaceHealth Medical Center - Vancouver, WA

Neuro Medical-Surgical Unit - 90 Hrs                       June - Aug 2025

• Completed supervised clinical experiences on a neuro-focused medical-surgical unit, assisting with neurologic assessments, vital signs, and safety measures under RN supervision.

Community Health - Portland, OR                     May 2025 – July 2025

Cultivate Initiatives - 90 Hrs 

  • Provided preventative and primary care to houseless individuals     through a free mobile medical clinic and street outreach. 

Behavioral Health - Portland, OR                     May 2025 – July 2025

Sapphire Cedar Crossing - 24 Hrs

 • Delivered trauma-informed care through therapeutic communication,    supporting positive coping strategies, and de-escalation to maintain 

    a safe therapeutic milieu.

Rehabilitation & Geriatrics - Tigard, OR          Jan 2025 – Feb 2025

Sapphire Tigard Rehab - 90 Hrs

  • Assisted residents with safe patient mobilization. Performed spiritual     assessments via FICA and assisted dysphagia residents during 

      meals.