PATIENCE BEKOE

10722 SE, 238th St. Kent, WA, 98031

Phone: (408) 817-0446
Email: pbekoe@email.arizona.edu
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OBJECTIVE: seeking an entry-level position as Registered Nurse in an environment that provides challenges
and opportunities for professional and personal growth.
EDUCATION
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Highline Community College, Des Moines, WA
Associate in Pre-Nursing

January 2014- December 2015

January 2011- June 2013

Educational Awards:
Deans List (Highline Community College)

2012, 2013

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
January 2014-December 2015
Long-Term Care, Park Avenue Healthcare Center
135 hours
Obstetrics, Tucson Medical Center
90 hours
Adult Med-Surge & Orthopedic Units, Tucson Medical Center
135 hours
Pediatric Med-Surge Unit, Tucson Medical Center
135 hours
Mental Health, Banner Medical Center (South)
90 hours
Advance Med-Surg, Banner Medical Center (North)
270 hours
Preceptorship, HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital (Tucson)
270 hours
Community experience, Miracle Square & NW Public Health Department (Tucson)
90 hours
Patient Care Skills: Clinically competent in performing procedures, medication administration,
assessing patient holistically, therapeutic communication, and palliative care. Trained in culturally
competent and age appropriate care. Experienced at developing individualized plan of care to reflect identified
needs and expected outcomes. Practiced in purposeful hourly patient rounding with good time management
Technical Skills: Proficient in EPIC & ACE IT documenting systems
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WORK HISTORY:
Certified Nursing Assistant: Wesley Homes, Des Moines WA, 2012-2014
* Assisted clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL)
* Performed range of motion, turning schedules and meal preparation
* Ensured clients safety and respect, while providing comfort and care
* Served as clients personal assistant for housekeeping and social activities
* Providing comfort, companionship, and care for hospice clients
Certified Nursing Assistant Sunrise Assisted Living, Mountain View, CA, 2008-2010
* Assisted clients with Activities of Daily Living. (ADL)
* Coordinated with staff on strategies for dealing with clients needs
* Checking and taking client vital sign, transferring, turning client and range of motion.
* Maintaining a clean and safe home through good house keeping and safety inspections

Member Service/Cashier Costco Wholesale, Mountain View, CA,

* Processed cash, credit card and check transactions for purchases
* Resolved customer questions and concerns
* Trained new cashiers on processes and procedures
* Assisted clients with purchase decisions
* Verified member cards and purchase transactions
TRAINING
Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Basic Certification Completion,
Nursing Assistants Training Institute-Los Altos Adult Education, Mountain View, CA
Certified-Nursing Assistant (CNA), Renewal
CPR, First Aid, HIV/AIDS, Nurse Delegation.

2007-2010

October 2015
July 2009
December 2015

PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITES
Integrative Nursing in Action Presentation (UA College of Nursing) September 12, 2015
Tucson Cancer Action Network (UA College of Nursing) November 7, 2015
VOLUNTEE EXPERIENCE:
Womens Movement Church Secretary: The Church of Pentecost USA (Seattle District)
Welfare Leader:
The Church of Pentecost USA (Arizona District)

2011- Present
2015- Present