Yessenia G.

Rodriguez
8408 Quinn St. Downey, CA 90241 | (562) 449-9277 | ygrodriguez@email.arizona.edu

PROFESSIONAL OBJECTIVE

Seeking a pediatric registered nurse position at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles on the 5 West Unit. Highly
motivated to deliver patient centered, compassionate, and organized care.

PROFILE
• Proficient in Spanish
• Skilled in Cerner and Epic Electronic Medical Record Systems
• Skilled in patient advocacy, teaching, and prioritization of cares
• Strong work ethic and time management skills

EDUCATION
University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Expected Graduation Date May 2018
• Minor: Spanish
• GPA: 3.7
• Honors: National Merit Scholar (Full Tuition $120,000) 2014-2018
Dean’s List 2014-present
Highest Academic Distinction 2014-2015
Kiwanis Service Scholarship 2014 ($20,0000)

WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

University of Arizona, Project Taking Charge 3.0 Tucson, AZ
Student Nurse Team Member January 2018 – April 2018
• Organize community focused health clinic through 5 sessions over a 16-week period at Templo La Unción
Church
• Work in student led interprofessional health team with the College of Medicine, College of Pharmacy, and
College of Public Health
• Provide regular health screenings (blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol, BMI, depression, etc.), health
education, and interactive demonstrations to improve health and quality of life in medically underserved
neighborhoods

University of Arizona: Arizona Nursing Intensive Excellence Program (ANIE) Tucson, AZ

Vanguard Scholar, ANIE Diversity Program October 2017 – Present
• $2,500 Scholarship
• Mentor pre-nursing students
• Monthly workshops for professional skills development

The Painted Turtle Nurse Externship Lake Hughes, CA

Nurse Extern May 2017 – August 2017
• Participated in camper sessions (Aged 6-18) for: Liver/ Kidney Transplant and Disease, Hemophilia,
Musculoskeletal Disorders, Arthritis, Spina bifida, Genetic Disorders, and Autoimmune Disorders
• Assisted nursing staff with medical care for campers
• Administrative duties: phone calls, inventory, Spanish translation, & scheduling
• Documented and coordinated aspects of health, safety, and risk management throughout camp program
Gerinet Healthcare Tucson, AZ & Downey, CA
Hospice Volunteer August 2015 – Present
• Visit hospice patients for companionship and emotional support bimonthly
• Provide respite care for caregivers

University of Arizona: Camp Wildcat Tucson, AZ

Counselor August 2014 – Present
• Organize cost free camping trips aimed toward helping underserved Tucson youth
• Facilitate programs that promote teamwork and the values of higher education
• Host fundraising events to afford several camps per year, each costing approximately $1500
▪ Directed “5K Love Run 2015”, raising over $1000 profit

CERTIFICATIONS
Stewards of Children certification through Darkness to Light April 2017
Prevention and Awareness of Sexual Abuse Training

Institute for Health Improvement Certification March 2018

13 Sessions on Improvement Capability, Patient Safety, Leadership, Person and Family Centered Care, and
Triple Aim for Populations

American Heart Association Exp. February 2020

Basic Life Support (CPR and AED program)

PRECEPTORSHIP
BANNER UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER Tucson, AZ
Diamond 5 Pediatric Medical Surgical Unit January 2018-February 2018
• Managed 3-5 patients per shift
• 180 Clinical Hours