AMANDA L.

RUSH
Amanda_rush@bsmcon.edu

SUMMARY
 Dedicated and compassionate nursing student
 Full commitment to following directions and regulations
 Passion for learning within a dynamic healthcare environment

EDUCATION
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, expected graduation December 2018

Longwood University, Farmville, VA

Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Concentration in Exercise Science May 2013
 Honors include Dean’s List

John Tyler Community College, Midlothian, VA

 Associates of Arts and Science Degree July 2011
 Honors include Dean’s List and Phi Theta Kappa

American Red Cross, Richmond, VA. 130-hour Nurse Assistant Training Program: August 2014

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
225-hour Clinical Immersion: Intensive Care Unit/ Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Midlothian, VA
 Provided care for up to two patients under the supervision of an RN, demonstrating skills such as wound
care, sterile dressing changes, starting IV’s, lab draws, medication administration (oral, IV, IM, SQ)
titrating and monitoring patients on IV drips such as Insulin and Hydralazine, documenting findings in
Connect Care, and educating patients and families upon discharge.

The Laurels of Bon Air, Richmond, VA Student (40 hours clinical experience) August 2014
 Provided quality care to residents including comfort, personal hygiene, and safety
 Provided direct care to patients under the supervision of a CNA
 Applied multitasking skills while caring for multiple residents

CJW Sports Medicine, Midlothian, VA Intern (400 hours) Summer 2012

 Provided vital signs for patients, used excellent communication skills and helped maintain a clean,
organized facility

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Patient Care Technician, Float Pool, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center (July 2018 – present)
 Monitor vital signs, document data in Connect Care, and prioritize patient care
 Prepare patients for examination, start IV’s, complete blood draws, insert Foley catheters, perform EKG’s
 Demonstrate flexibility and adaptation to various floors in the Float Pool

Server, Glory Days Grill, Midlothian, VA (March 2006-present)

 Responsible for providing an outstanding dining experience
 Practice excellent customer service and adhere to health regulations

Personal Trainer, American Family Fitness, Chester VA (May 2013-July 2014)

 Design individualized fitness programs for clients
 Demonstrating exercises and routines to clients
 Assisting clients in exercises to minimize injury and promote fitness
 Providing information or resources on general fitness and health issues

Academic Coaching Assistant, Exercise Science Tutoring, Longwood University (October 2012 – May 2013)
 Tutored undergraduate student-athletes in coursework and practical applications
 Role-modeled effective study habits and lifestyle to students
 Maintained grades for Dean’s List while tutoring