JESSICA LYNN LUCERO
*** *. ******** ****** • TUCSON, AZ 85719
480-***-**** • **************@*****.***
APRIL 2013
Objective __ _ __ _
To secure a position as a registered nurse at an institution dedicated to compassionate care that will
allow me to utilize the knowledge and skills I have gained from my nursing education to provide
excellent, quality care to diverse patients
Education __ _ __ _
o Aug. 2009 - May 2013 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Tucson, AZ
The University of Arizona
Cumulative GPA of 3.959
Minor in Psychology
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Senior Preceptorship & Clinical Rotations __ _ __ _ _
o Feb. 2013 - Mar. 2013 Senior Preceptorship – 180 hours Tucson, AZ
Pediatric Medical/Surgical Unit at the University of Arizona Medical Center
Worked one-on-one with an RN preceptor, three 12-hour shifts per week
Took on the role of the professional nurse, assuming a full patient load and all
responsibilities of this position
Applied leadership skills in the clinical setting related to decision making, patient
advocacy and care management, delegation, and inter-professional collaboration
Pediatric Medical/Surgical – 120 hours
Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, AZ; Spring 2012
Obstetrics – 75 hours
Tucson Medical Center, Tucson, AZ; Spring 2012
Adult Medical/Surgical – 120 hours
Northwest Medical Center, Tucson, AZ; Spring 2012
Critical Care – 245 hours
St. Joseph’s Medical Center, Tucson, AZ; Fall 2012
Mental Health – 75 hours
University of Arizona Medical Center South, Tucson, AZ; Fall 2012
Long Term Care – 110 hours
Park Avenue Health and Rehabilitation Center, Tucson, AZ; Fall 2011
Community Health – 90 hours
Ocotillo Elementary School and Pima County Health Department, Tucson, AZ; Spring 2013
Employment History __ _ __ _ _
o Aug. 2011 - May 2012 Mentor Tucson, AZ
Nursing Workforce Diversity Group at the University of Arizona
Received specialized training and provided mentoring to two pre-nursing students of
ethnic diversities to assist them with studies and nursing school application process
o Feb. 2008 - Aug. 2009 Employee Fountain Hills, AZ
Starbucks Coffee Company
Provided quality customer service while responding to high demand during peak hours
Responsible for register and equipment maintenance
Volunteer Experience __ _ __ _ _
o Jan. 2011 - May 2011 Intern Tucson, AZ
Feb. 2010 - Dec. 2010 Volunteer
Odyssey Hospice Inpatient Home
Provided palliative and compassionate care for elderly and terminally ill patients,
assuming full responsibility for feeding, bathing, changing, and walking patients
Helped clean and prepare patients for transfer after death
Assisted nurses with home visits
o Sep. 2010 - Sep. 2011 Volunteer Tucson, AZ
Adult Intermediate Cardiac Unit at the University of Arizona Medical Center
Provided basic care for patients such as answering call lights, feeding, walking,
transporting, and forming therapeutic relationships with patients and families
Assisted with telemetry monitoring and lead placement
Certifications __ _ __ _
o 2013 - present Basic Life Support
Professional Memberships __
o 2013 - present Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing (S.T.T.I.)
o 2011 - present Student Nurses at the University of Arizona (S.N.U.A.)
o 2010 - present The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (N.S.C.S.)
o 2009 - 2012 Nursing Workforce Diversity Scholarship Group
o 2009 - 2011 Professional Achievements in Nursing Club (P.A.I.N.)
Awards & Honors __ _ __ _ _
o 2011 - 2013 Dean’s List with Distinction/Academic Year Highest Academic Distinction
o 2010 - 2011 Honorable Mention
o 2009 - 2010 Dean’s List with Distinction/Academic Year Highest Academic Distinction