Jamiris S.

Merritt
8550 Magellan Parkway, Suite 1100, Richmond, VA 23227 ∙ (804) 627-5300 · jamiris_merritt@bsmcon.edu

EDUCATION

Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, GPA 3.50 Graduation date: December 12, 2019
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA
Bachelor of Science in Forensic Science, Biology track, FEPAC accredited
Minor: Chemistry and Psychology Graduation date: December 2010
CLINICAL EXPERIENCES

900+ Clinical Hours Including:

225-Hour Clinical Immersion: Emergency Department, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital, Richmond VA

 Functioning in role of a nurse; triaging, assessing, discharging, and educating clients under the supervision of a
preceptor.
 Communicating, collaborating, and coordinating care of patients.
 Initiate plan of care utilizing the nursing process: assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate related to
patient’s condition.
 Documenting care and assessment findings in electronic medical record, administering medications (PO, IV, IM,
and subcutaneous), performing lab draws, and assist providers during medical emergencies.
 Establish a safe and compassionate environment by providing holistic, spiritual, and psychological support to
patients.

Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center: Emergency Department, NSTU, CCU, Community Hospice
House, Cath Lab, Oncology-Med/Surg., Pediatrics, Labor & Delivery, Mom/Infant Unit, NICU, PCU-Med/Telemetry,
and Behavioral Health

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Patient First, Glen Allen, VA March

2015-Current
Senior Human Resources Training Coordinator
 Supervisor HR/Training Coordinators, HR/Training Assistants, Training Support Specialists, and Receptionist
 Screen, interview and place administrative staff and trainers
 Conduct quarterly Senior Regional Trainers meetings
 Prepare monthly Human Resource and Training reports

Patient First, Glen Allen, VA July 2012-

March 2015
Human Resources Training Coordinator
 Supervisor Senior Regional Trainers for Front Office and Treatment Area staff
 Negotiate and prepare radio and online recruitment advertisement for Richmond, Tidewater, Maryland, and
Pennsylvania and New Jersey regions
 Screen, interview and place externs in available centers
 Prepare training information including manuals, forms, policies and procedures
 Conduct quarterly training meetings
Patient First, Glen Allen, VA July
2012-Current
Medical Assistant
 Prepare patients for examination, triage, and obtain accurate vital signs
 Assist nurses and provider with various forms of patient treatment and care
 Electronically order labs, x-ray, and medical supplies.
 Follow OSHA guidelines, sterilize and set up instruments

Patient First, Glen Allen, VA September

2011-July 2012
Human Resources Training Assistant
 Maintain training reports, progressive training and evaluations
 Maintain weekly center contact, address training and staffing issues
 Update new hire paperwork for employees
 Reserve training rooms for trainers and other meetings

ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority 2007-2010

Vice President of Programming and Rituals
Vice President of Public Relations and Recruitment
Recruitment Counselor Fall 2009
Lori Fogleman Sister of the Year 2007-2008
Forensic Science Student Club 2006-2010
Dean’s List Spring 2007, Spring 2010
BLS/CPR certified 2011-Current

References available upon request.