Erika Chavarin

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Escondido, California, 92025

760-***-****

acucjf@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a registered nurse position within this hospital.

CERTIFICATION

Basic Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association

EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University, Phoenix, AZ

Nursing Program Candidate, Expected graduation, Apr 2016

Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) (GPA-3.82)

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Psychiatric unit- Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

Medical Surgical Unit- Select Specialty (in Saint Joseph’s Hospital)

Labor and delivery, NICU, Post-Partum Unit- Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital

Hematology/Oncology, PICU, Ortho med surge - Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH)

CPR teaching, TB tests, physical assessments- Crossroads Midtown/ Valley Christian High School

Critical Care Unit- ICU, ED, IMCU, CVICU- Banner Thunderbird Hospital

Critical Care Unit- ICU, ED, Telemetry - Abrazo Maryvale Hospital

Throughout these clinical experiences I was able to establish rapport with fellow nurses and patient’s which is essential in the healthcare field. I was able to practice medication skills, IV administration, blood cultures, TB tests, physical exams, vital signs, object/subject assessments. I also instructed a CPR course for students at Valley Christian High School in Chandler, AZ.

HEALTHCARE VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Volunteer at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center- Duration: 10/20/2014- 10/20/2015

Postpartum unit/Escort

I first began as an escort, directing patients to their desired locations within the hospital. I later was able to join the Couplet Care unit (Post-partum care) where I attended the patient’s needs by providing beverages, gowns, and food. I also prepared rooms for new admissions for both vaginal births and Cesarean section deliveries. I provided brochure packets for patients upon discharge on educational factors such as “The Prevention of SIDS” and “Car Seat Safety.”

Volunteer at St. Mary’s Food Bank

I volunteered at the St. Mary’s Food Bank, where I had the opportunity to serve food to the less fortunate.

HONORS/AWARDS/SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS:

Presidential Academic Scholarship (3.8- 4.0 GPA) at GCU

Physical Education Fitness award

Hallmark Award for overall achievement and good attitude

Secretary of Spanish Club 2007-2008

Member of the “Way Club” (Christian gathering) 2009

Varsity Cross Country and Track runner

SKILLS

Punctuality

Adaptability and flexibility

Excellent Attendance

Ethical

Organized and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Good judgment, decision making and problem solving skills.

Resourceful

Availability

Anytime and willing to work nights and/or 12 hour shifts.

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