R ebecca L. Adkins
Newport, NC 28570
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OBJECT I V E
I t is my desire to expand my nursing experience.
E D UCAT IO N
Upper Cape Regional Technical School, Bourne, MA
Licensed Practical Nurse, June 2011
Clinical Experience
Liberty Commons Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
Chatham, MA Sept. 2010-Nov. 2010
Administration of oral medications; intramuscular and subcutaneous injections; blood glucose monitoring;
comprehensive head to toe assessments; development of care plans.
Cape Cod Hospital, H yannis, MA Nov. 2010-Dec. 2010
Computerized medication system; administration of oral medication; intravenous therapy; subcutaneous
i njections; removal of saline lock; removal of foley catheter; documentation in patient charts.
Falmouth Hospital, Falmouth, MA Jan.2011-Feb. 2011
Computerized medication system; administration of oral and subcutaneous medications; intravenous therapy;
b lood glucose monitoring; documentation.
M iddleboro Neuro-Rehabilitation Center
Middleboro, MA Feb.2011-Mar.2011
Tracheotomy care and suctioning; gastric tube medication administration; wound care.
Jordan Hospital, Plymouth, MA Mar.2011-Apr.2011
Computerized medication system; administration of oral medications; drained Jackson Pratt; blood glucose
monitoring;
New Bedford Rehabilitation Hospital, New Bedford, MA Apr.2011-May 2011
Tracheotomy care and suctioning; gastric tube medication administration; wound care and sterile dressing
technique; colostomy care; condom catheter.
Cape Cod Hospital, Hyannis, MA May 2011
Complete newborn assessment and care; complete post-partum assessment and care; administration of oral
medication; intramuscular injections.
Hyannis Obstet rics May 2011
Support the physicians, obtaining patient's medical histories and educating patients regarding
sexually transmitted diseases, birth control and pre-natal care, Obtained specimens and samples,
assisted with gynecological exams.
Liberty Commons Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center
Chatham, MA May 2011-June 2011
Leadership
C ape Cod Community College, Barnstable, MA Sept.2009-May 2010
Liberal Arts
College of the Albemarle, Dare County, NC
EMT-B, April 04
Chowan College, M urfreesboro, NC Sept. 2000-May 2001
Liberal Arts
West Branch H igh School, Beloit, OH Sept. 1996-June 2000
Diploma
E XPER I E NCE
Cher ry Point Bay Nu rsing and Rehabilitation, Havelock, NC Nov. 2011- Present
Administration of oral medications; intramuscular and subcutaneous injections; blood glucose monitoring;
comprehensive head to toe assessments; administration of immunizations; gastric tube care and medication
administation; wound care using sterile technique; insert, care, and removal of foley catherizations;
venipunture for labs; Computer and paper chart documantation; communication with physicians and family
members.
M ollens I mmunization Clinic Sept. 2011- Present
Solely operate retail immunization clinic. Administer immunizations to patients ranging from age four and
up. Complete and file insurance paperwork. Daily inventory of full and partial vials of vaccines.
F itness Revolutions, O rleans, MA J une 2007- June 2011
Pilates Instructor, Personal Trainer
Instructed physical stretches, breathing techniques and stretching techniques for participants. Taught
participants in proper use of exercise heart rates.
I nstructed students about exercises and advised lifestyle issues like diet and mind control. Instructed
p roper use of equipment and exercise techniques.
General Nut r i tion Centers, O rleans, MA Sept. 2008-June 2011
Sales Associate
Assisted in selling, merchandising and interacting with customers.
H andled register operations. Ensured store cleanliness. Kept up to date with new product information
and new health topics in the news.
Cu r r i tuck County E MS, Currituck, NC Sept. 2005-
June 2007
EMT-B
Responded to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured,
and t ransports the patient to a medical facility. Participated in on-going educational programs to
build knowledge base of medical equipment, supplies, and their purpose for emergency situations.
Duck Surf Rescue, D uck, NC J une
2003-Oct. 2006
Head Ocean Lifeguard
Provided lead supervision to staff. Patrolled ocean waters to ensure proactive and expeditious
accident prevention and response to beach and water-related accidents and emergencies. Enforced
compliance with state and local laws, including beach ordinances. Educates the public regarding
beaches and water safety. Maintains lifesaving and other related equipment and facilities.
CERT I F ICAT IO NS
Massachusetts state certified Emergency Medical Technician E xpires Apr. 2013
American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR Expires Sep.
2014
NESTA Pilates Certification E xpires Aug. 2012
ADD I T IO NAL
MA Skills USA participant March 2011
REFERENCES
Upon Request