Jessica Smith
Wilmington
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented nursing student with extensive hands-on experience. Eager to utilize clinical skills, patient care expertise, and a solid foundation in medication management in a nursing residency program upon graduation in December 2025. Passionate about surgical trauma/emergency nursing and providing compassionate, high-quality care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
Cape Fear Community College
01.2024 - Current
- Participates in patient assessments, wound care, medication administration, and documentation in electronic health records (EPIC) systems.
- Provides compassionate care to diverse patient populations under the supervision of clinical instructors and registered nurses.
SNAP I, Care Associate
Novant Health NHRMC
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Performs glucose checks, vital sign monitoring, and assists with patient mobility and activities of daily living.
- Provides one-on-one support by sitting with patients to ensure their comfort and safety.
Certified Medical Assistant
Novant Health Zimmer Cancer Institute
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Instructed patients and their support team on medication directions, treatment plans, and pre/post operative education.
- Collected blood samples and cultures to send to labs for analysis and genetic testing.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals for patient referrals, ensuring a seamless transition and continuation of care.
Certified Medical Assistant
Wilmington Health
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Assisted with numerous in-office procedures such as excisions, biopsies, and aspirations. Maintained sterile field while providing surgeon with necessary surgical tools.
- Operated ultrasound equipment during procedures while measuring abnormalities and capturing images for the provider.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Assisted in training new staff members, sharing knowledge in general surgery procedures and best practices for patient care management.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC12.2025
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC05.2021
Skills
- NourishNC
- Food Bank of Wilmington
- Saturday Serve Days at Lifepoint Church
- WarmNC
Certification
- Member of CFANS (Cape Fear Association of Nursing Students)
- BLS certified (American Heart Association)
Timeline
SNAP I, Care Associate
Novant Health NHRMC
04.2024 - 12.2024
Student Nurse
Cape Fear Community College
01.2024 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Novant Health Zimmer Cancer Institute
02.2023 - 08.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Wilmington Health
11.2020 - 02.2023
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Cape Fear Community College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cape Fear Community College
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