Nursing Clinical Experience
St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lafayette, IN Summer 2015
Emergency Department Capstone Experience, 90 hrs
 Provided routine, acute, and trauma care to patients across the lifespan under the supervision of
preceptor.
 Educated discharged patients on disease management and reasons to follow-up, resulting in increased
understanding and patient satisfaction.
 Collaborated with doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners to recommend plans of care.
 Performed IV starts, blood draws, catheter insertions, EKGs, and CPR chest compressions, contributing
to rapid diagnosis and treatment.
Medical/Surgical Clinical, 180 hrs Fall 2014-Spring 2015
 Delivered comprehensive care through thorough assessment; developed and implemented care plans to
establish and progress towards patient goals.
 Utilized central venous pressure monitoring along with urinary output and vitals to track patient
hemodynamic status, resulting in adequate cardiac output and kidney perfusion.
 Interpreted blood gases and recommended interventions to healthcare team to correct imbalances.
Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, Indianapolis, IN Summer 2015
Pediatric Clinical, 90 hrs
 Cared for children on the general pediatric floor, PICU, and ED with age appropriate assessment and
communication techniques resulting in holistic family-centered care.
Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Indianapolis, IN Summer 2015
Public Health Clinical, 90 hrs
 Comprehensively evaluated veterans for medical and psychosocial needs in a variety of settings,
including home visits, primary care clinics, outpatient clinics, and through telehealth.
 Recommended resources available for veterans including fall risk prevention devices for the home and
smoking cessation.
River Bend Hospital, West Lafayette, IN Spring 2015
Psychiatric Clinical, 90 hrs
 Utilized therapeutic communication to assist clients in identifying feelings and goals for positive growth.
 Ensured patient safety by assessing for thoughts of harm towards self or others and implementing
appropriate precautions.
IU Health, Lafayette, IN Fall 2014
Obstetrics Clinical, 90 hrs
 Assessed women and infants during labor and postpartum to determine physical and psychosocial
adjustment.
 Interpreted fetal monitoring strips, administered newborn medications, monitored fundal height, and
educated on breast feeding.