Grace Nightengale
Tempe
Summary
Dedicated nursing student with hands-on experience at VA Medical Center, excelling in patient advocacy and compassionate care. Proven ability to conduct thorough assessments and develop individualized care plans. Strong attention to detail and clear communication skills enhance patient satisfaction and safety during clinical rotations. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
VA Medical Center
2024.08 - 2025.08
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Developed strong organizational skills through careful management of multiple patient assignments and competing priorities during clinical rotations.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans to effectively address each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Nursing Student
Banner Children's at Desert
2025.06 - 2025.07
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks and documentation.
- Followed hospital protocols for infection control and safety measures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Junior Volunteer
Doctors Medical Center
2017.06 - 2020.03
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to new roles or assignments quickly when required due to changing circumstances or needs.
- Transported patients in wheelchairs, delivered medical supplies to nursing staff, collected medical records, and distributed specialized meal trays.
- Checked in all visitors by verifying their names and intended contacts, and issued entry stickers for access.
Education
Nursing
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ2025-08
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ2024-05
Skills
- Compassionate and caring
- Patient and family advocacy
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
- Clinical judgment
Certification
CPR/ALS
Timeline
Nursing Student
Banner Children's at Desert
2025.06 - 2025.07
Nursing Student
VA Medical Center
2024.08 - 2025.08
Junior Volunteer
Doctors Medical Center
2017.06 - 2020.03
Nursing
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Arizona State University