Tania Valencia

3250 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. #203 Tucson, AZ 85716

Phone: 520-481-0883 E-Mail: taniav@email.arizona.edu

Objective
To secure a nursing position within the emergency department at Banner University Medical Center and to
spread excitement for emergency nursing.

Education
The University of Arizona College of Nursing

1/2014-present

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Completed 1,2 hours of clinical hours:
Pediatric Unit: 135 hours
Labor & Delivery/ Womans Health:
90 hours
Medical-Surgical Unit: 135
hours
Adult Mental Health

Unit: 90 hours
Care Unit: 270 hours

Intensive

Long Term Care: 135 hours

Community Health: 90 hours

Pima Community College

8/2010-12/2013

Obtained associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, graduated with honors.

Experience
Nursing Transition to Practice Intensive

10/2015-11/2015

5 week clinical experience in the emergency department at Banner University Medical Center South

180 hours of direct patient care

45 hours of ED specific training

Performed a plethora of skills under the direct supervision of an assigned RN preceptor

Such skills included: IV starts, EKGs, phlebotomy, physical assessments, wound dressings, assisted
physicians with different procedures, vital signs, participated in a code arrest with compressions, &
Spanish interpreting

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St. Elizabeth of Hungary Health Clinic

10/2013-1/2014 & 5/2014-8/2014

Served as the liaison between patients and multiple providers by being extremely accurate with the
information relayed between the two parties. Registered patients and determined their level of need, then
advocated for them to receive necessary resources to reach optimum health. As a patient advocate,
assisted patients in applying for prescription assistance programs. Provided interpretation for Spanish
speaking patients as we are in a culturally diverse demographic location. Managed the appointment desk,
which was comprised of the scheduling of 10 or more Health Care Providers. Also managed and kept up to
date credentialing for all Health Care Providers. Additionally operated the telephone switchboard and
distinguished emergent calls from ones that did not require immediate attention. Provided training of new
staff and assisted providers with a wide array of procedures.
Diego H. Calonje, M.D. P.C.

4/2007-12/2009

Lead ophthalmic technician for a private practice retina specialist. Assisted and prepped patients for sterile
ophthalmic procedures and performed many diagnostic tests. Assisted the larger team by taking the
initiative to help with patient intakes. Managed the providers surgery schedule and served as an advocate
for the patient while working with their insurance companies. Ensured all equipment was properly sterilized
and all satellite offices were stocked appropriately.

Tucson Medical Center

5/2006-9/2006

Performed vital signs on both adults and newborns, performed newborn blood screening tests, and assisted
post partum women with ambulation and newborn/self care. Ensured their stay was delightful and went
above and beyond to ensure their needs were being met. Also served as a Spanish interpreter for patients
on many occasions.

Skills

CPR and First Aid Certified issued by the American Heart Association

ACLS certificate issued by the American Heart Association

Hold a Department of Safety Level 1 Fingerprint clearance card

Proficient in both Cerner and Epic electronic health record systems

Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking Spanish

Received a certificate for an inter-professional education and practice team simulation practicing
code blue situations

Active member of the Student Nurses at University of Arizona (SNUA) group

Certified by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement for 23.5 hours of Quality and Safety training

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Medical reserves Corp of Southern Arizona member