1. RACHEL GORMAN, BSN, RN
PO Box 2783
Livermore, CA 94551
(925) 487-0393 (C)
rachel.gorman@samuelmerritt.edu
Passionate, empathetic and driven New Graduate Nurse from an accelerated BSN program, eager
to demonstrate my abilities as a successful member of the health care team and transition to the
role of professional nurse.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2015
Accelerated BSN Program
Samuel Merritt University, Oakland, CA
GPA: 3.9, Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science in Health Science
California State University, East Bay, Hayward, CA Dec. 2013
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS & TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Registered Nurse, License No. 95064915
• BLS/CPR/AED Provider, American Heart Association, 2014-2016
• ACLS & PALS Provider, American Heart Association, 2015-2017
• Twelve lead EKG Interpretation, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, 2014
• NIHSS, 2015-2017
• EMR- Epic ™
HEALTH CARE EXPERIENCE
Student Intern-Medical Surgical-120 hrs. April 2015-May 2015
Eden Medical Center
• Functioned in the role of an RN with the supervision of an RN preceptor
• Utilized the nursing process to provide high quality patient care while abiding by
hospital policy and procedures
• Discussed illnesses and treatments with patients and family members in a supportive
manner
• Documented data related to self-performed assessments, care plans, medication
administration, patient teachings, and discharges using EPIC charting
• Consulted with MD and other nurses using SBAR

2. Medication Technician & Caregiver Jan. 2013-May 2014
Emeritus at Barrington Court (now Brookdale)
• Provided a safe and therapeutic environment for residents with different forms of
dementia as well as physical disabilities and other mental health illnesses
• Assisted the residents with ADLs such as toileting, dressing, bathing, and feeding
• Prioritized care needs daily between 30 residents and their families, delegating as
needed
• Prepared and administered ordered PO, NEB, TOP, OPTH, OTIC, and INH
medications to 30 residents using MAR
• Supervised and assisted 3-5 caregivers per shift
• Collaborated with health care professionals, management, and DPOA to coordinate
the proper care and medication orders for each resident based on their physical and
mental health status.
• Assisted with admitting, discharging, and transferring residents by managing their
medication and health related needs
• Assessed and intervened in emergency situations and initiated emergency response
• Cared for residents in their last days of life, coordinating care with families and
hospice services
Volunteer
John Muir Medical Center April 2012-Dec. 2012
• Gained experience interacting with health care professionals and patients
• Aided staff and patients with clerical tasks and transportation in the Intensive Care
Unit, Postpartum Unit, Aspen Surgery Center, and Emergency Department
American Red Cross Jan. 2012-June 2012
• Provided administrative assistance for blood donor centers as well as blood drives at
various locations
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Clerk
Meodowlark Dairy June 2014- Dec. 2014
• Developed excellent team concept skills, performed customer service tasks, and
enforced safe working conditions
Clerk/Server
Bj’s Restaurant and Brewhouse Jan. 2014-June 2014
• Promoted consistent and efficient customer service, while remaining calm in a fast
paced environment