William Riggs
Summary
December 2026 graduate BSN from the University of North Georgia with Patient Care Technician and Nurse Extern experience at Northeast Georgia Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center. Clinical experience includes Medical ICU, Pulmonary ICU, Emergency Department, Neuro Intermediate Care, and Medical-Surgical units. Seeking a New Graduate RN Residency in an Intensive Care or Intermediate Care Unit to continue developing as an acute care nurse while delivering safe evidence-based patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Extern, Rotating Units
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainesville, GA
12.2025 - Current
- Rotated through Medical ICU, Pulmonary ICU, Emergency Department, GI Medical-Surgical, and Neuro Intermediate Care Units.
- Facilitated patient treatment by placing nasogastric tubes, IV lines, and foley catheter insertion under RN guidance and supervision
- Administered medications and managed pain under RN supervision
- Monitored patients' vital signs and identified signs and symptoms of complications to support timely interventions
Patient Care Technician - Night Shift, Neuro Medical Unit (Summer PCT Program)
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainesville, GA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Collected and documented vital signs (BP, HR, SpO₂, temperature) to monitor patient health and performed frequent Accu-Chek monitoring for effective glycemic control
- Supported mobility and safety through transfers, repositioning, and fall prevention measures
- Assisted with activities of daily living, enhancing patient dignity and comfort
Clinical Rotations
University of North Georgia Clinical Rotations
02.2025 - 12.2026
- Medical-Surgical: Northside Cherokee (Fall 25'), Northside Forsyth (Spring 25')
- Pediatrics: Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (Spring 26')
- Mother/Baby: Northside Atlanta (Spring 26')
- Behavioral Health: Laurelwood Psychiatric Hospital (Spring 26')
Server
Montaluce
Dahlonega, GA
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Recognized in over a half dozen 5 star reviews for exceptional customer service
- Worked open to close shifts, ensuring high service standards and customer satisfaction throughout
- Cultivated strong communication, multitasking, and problem solving skills in fast paced environment to enhance customer interactions
Clerk
QuikTrip
Suwanee, GA
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Managed multiple registers to efficiently handle high customer volume
- Supported store operations, streamlined inventory management, and addressed customer inquiries
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA
Dahlonega, GA12-2026
Skills
- Epic Electronic Health Record
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- IV Insertion and management
- Nasogastric Tube Placement
- Foley Catheter Insertion
- Infection Prevention
- Fall Prevention
- Patient Education
- Team Collaboration
Affiliations
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society — Member (2026–Present)
- National Student Nurses Association (NSNA) — Member (2025–Present)
- Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity — New Member Educator; developed leadership, teamwork, and organizational skills through philanthropy and service (2023–Present)
Certification
- American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Nurse Extern, Rotating Units
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
12.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician - Night Shift, Neuro Medical Unit (Summer PCT Program)
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Rotations
University of North Georgia Clinical Rotations
02.2025 - 12.2026
Server
Montaluce
05.2024 - 12.2024
Clerk
QuikTrip
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF NORTH GEORGIA