Matson.Resume

Matson.Resume

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  RACHAEL MATSON (714) 726-3206• [email protected] • 4782 Collins Lane, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 April 29th, 2015 Dear Sir or Madam: I am a young, energetic professional who is organized, compassionate, and committed to the integrity of the nursing profession. I possess strong academic training and excellent customer service skills, gained through var- ied academic, clinical, extracurricular, and volunteer experiences. As a 2015 graduate from California Baptist University (CBU) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree (cum laude), I am seeking employment as an entry level RN at an institution such as yours. Recent highlights of my qualifications: • Completion of a 120 hour student nurse preceptorship, providing nursing care to patients and families on both the Step Down Unit and Intensive Care Unit, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, another well respected medical center committed to serving the unique needs of its community (Spring 2015) • Leadership roles within various volunteer and employment settings, promoting and developing new leaders through demonstration and consistency of teaching-learning skills (2011- Present) • Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian student volunteer, used organizational and customer service skills to assist nursing staff with providing quality care to all patients (December 2010- January 2012) I am flexible and am available for an interview at any time in the coming weeks, and would welcome a personal interview at your convenience. My work ethic and quality of performance will assuredly represent your institution well. Thank you in advance for your consideration! Sincerely, Rachael Matson
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  RACHAEL MATSON (714) 726-3206• [email protected] • 4782 Collins Lane, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 SUMMARY 2015 BSN Graduate with ability to apply the nursing process to a variety of clinical situations.Organized, compassionate, and committed to the integrity of the nursing profession,patient-centered care, customer service, and consistent follow through. EDUCATION California Baptist University, Riverside, CA Graduation Date May 2, 2015 Bachelor of Science in Nursing, GPA: 3.70  Recipient of Lancer Grant and Dean’s Merit Scholarship (2011-2015)  Provost List Presidential Scholarship for Academic Excellence recipient (2011-2015)  Recipient of Elk’s Private Academic Scholarship (2011 and 2014) CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS  American Heart Association,Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Certification  Met BRN requirements for PHN Certification in Completion of Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting Training  American Heart Association,ACLS and PALS Certification expected May 2015  Organize: Ability to assess a multitude of details and implement an efficient productive plan  Leadership Skills:Ability to rally and lead a group of people to a common goal for the greater good  Computer Proficient: Ability to utilize MS Office, Adobe Photoshop, various electronic charting systems,etc.  Language Skills:ConversationalSpanish EXPERIENCE Student Nurse, Clinical Rotations- September 2012- May 2015  SDU and ICU Preceptorship •St. Joseph’s Hospital, Orange, CA • 120 hrs  Adult Intensive Care & Emergency Department Nursing • VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, Loma Linda, CA • 135 hrs  Geriatric Nursing • Air Force Village West, Riverside, CA • 45 hrs  Community/ Public Health Nursing • Desert Mountain Children’s Center, Victorville, CA • 135 hrs  PsychiatricMentalHealth Nursing • VA Loma Linda Healthcare System, Loma Linda, CA • 75 hrs  Obstetric, Postpartum, &Neonatal ICU Nursing • Riverside County Regional Medical Center, Moreno Valley, CA • 180 hrs  Pediatric Medical-Surgical & Neonatal ICU Nursing • Riverside County Regional Medical Center, Moreno Valley, CA • 180 hrs  Medical-Surgical Nursing • Riverside Community Hospitaland San Bernardino Community Hospital• 315 hrs Developed ability to independently prioritize patient needs and to collaborate with staff to provide patient care. Utilized skills to perform essential nursing cares including physical and mental status assessment,medication administration, and documentation. College Ministry Director December 2011-Present Rose Drive Friends Church, Yorba Linda, CA  Led and grew a group of 6 people to an average of 60 and upwards of 120 students during summer  Recruited and developed a student leadership team Server- Training Coordinator August 2013-Present Romano’s Macaroni Grill, Anaheim Hills, CA  Developed a “tableside manner” in handling customer care and problems in the restaurant business  Established and learned leadership qualities through various roles in the workplace, including training coordinator High School Small Group Leader November 2013-Present Rose Drive Friends Church HS group, Yorba Linda, CA  Mentor and develop high schoolstudents in a biblically-based setting Clinical Shadowing Participant December 2010- January 2012 Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian, Newport Beach, CA  Used organizational and customer service skills to assist staffwith providing quality care during the patient's stay  Assisted with tasks designated by the nurse supervisor,while providing high quality customer service through patient care  Maintained a healthy, safe, and sanitary environment for the patients during care and procedures
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  RACHAEL MATSON (714) 726-3206• [email protected] • 4782 Collins Lane, Yorba Linda, CA 92886 REFERENCES Rebecca Meyers, Ph.D. Director of Master’s Program California Baptist University 8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA, 92504 (714) 791-0164 [email protected] Pennee Robertson, MSN Undergraduate Nursing Clinical and Lecture Instructor California Baptist University 8432 Magnolia Avenue Riverside, CA, 92504 (661) 942-2218 [email protected] Stephen Wells General Manager Romano’s Macaroni Grill- Anaheim Hills 8150 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd Anaheim, CA 92808 (714) 637-6643