Nicole Chan

1130 Oro St El Cajon, CA 92021 Phone: (818) 438-6357 E-Mail: nchan417@gmail.com

Professional Summary
Nursing student with 3+ years of experience in clinical settings providing scribe services to Emergency
Medicine Physicians at a Trauma I center. Over 1,000 clinical hours completed in nursing school with final
coursework in progress and expected graduation anticipated for December 19, 2015. Qualifications are
included, but not limited to: strong communication skills, familiarity with medical terminology, ability to
work independently with others or alone, and able to multi-task. Seeking further clinical experience in a
diverse medical environment to strengthen critical thinking, physical assessment, and compassionate
patient care skills.

Education
Bachelor of Science: Nursing
Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA
2015

December

Coursework completed: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Med-Surg, Health Assessment,

Pathophysiology, Mental Health, Pediatrics, Maternity, Scientific Writing, Bioethics, Nutrition, and
Pharmacology

Relevant coursework in Hospice Care, Palliative Nursing, and Gerontology

Clinical hours completed to date: 1,197 hours

Anticipated clinical hours to be completed: 252 hours

Bachelor of Arts: English Literature

University of California Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA
June 2011

Developed ability to think critically and creatively, and to express ideas clearly and forcefully
Exposure to many related fields of study, including history, psychology, philosophy, linguistics,
sociology, art history, and religious studies

Experience
Supplemental Instruction (SI) Leader and Tutor
Azusa Pacific University San Diego Regional Center, San Diego, CA
12/01/2014 Present
Develop and integrate effective learning and study strategies to help students master difficult course
content
Attend course lectures, take notes, read assigned materials, and conduct weekly study sessions
Lead group and one-on-one review sessions

Scribe
Scribe America Center for Orthopedic Specialists, West Hills, CA
12/01/2013-04/30/2014
Responsible for real time charting for physicians

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1130 Oro St El Cajon, CA 92021 Phone: (818) 438-6357 E-Mail: nchan417@gmail.com

Facilitate patient flow through ambulatory clinics and ensure an accurate and complete medical record
for each patient
Accompany providers during medical history-taking and exam, recording patients histories and chief
complaints, transcribing physical exams and radiology study results, ordering medications, and
recording plans for follow up care

Lead Scribe
Medical Scribe Systems Northridge Hospital Medical Center Emergency Department,
Northridge, CA
01/01/2010-12/01/2013
Accurate, timely, charting of patient encounters, including, but not limited to patient history, physical
exams, diagnostic findings, lab and test results, consultations with other providers, emergency
department treatment course, diagnoses, and discharge instructions
Coaching, mentoring, evaluating, and providing feedback to medical scribes as they progress through
the Medical Scribe Systems Training Program
Maintain and demonstrate an understanding of the team approach to patient care and documentation
Liaison between physicians and scribes regarding needs and concerns
Oversaw scheduling, including monthly schedule for 30+ scribes, and resolution of scheduling conflicts
inclusive of emergent call outs and no-shows

Skills

Accurate RN-level dosage calculation

Palliative care awareness

Critical care experience

Professional bedside manner

Diagnostic tools familiarity

Superior verbal and written communication skills

Calm and composed under

pressure
Exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal skills
Organized calendar
management
Efficient time management

Certifications and Awards

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers including CPR and AED
Care Transitions Coach Certified
Palliative Care Training
Institute for Healthcare Improvement Training
Teaching Immunization Delivery and Evaluation Certification
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1130 Oro St El Cajon, CA 92021 Phone: (818) 438-6357 E-Mail: nchan417@gmail.com

Recipient of Kaiser Permanente Deloras Jones RN Scholarship

Volunteer and Community Service

Volunteer at Eric Paeredes Save a Life Foundation EKG Event 06/14/2015. Participation included
training and orientation for EKG leads placement, and conducting free cardiac screenings to help
identify undetected heart abnormalities that may present with no recognizable warning sings.

APU School of Nursing Girl Scout Event: First Aid Badges. 04/11/2015. Participation included
teaching girl scouts about basic first aid with focus on Heimlich Meneuver, allergies, and what to do
in an emergency.

Volunteer at Sharp Mary Birch Surgical Admin. Department 10/01/2014-12/30-2014. Responsibilities

included preparing patient welcome packets, organizing and preparing new patient charts, assisting
patients with dressing for procedures, transferring patient belongings to post-procedure recovery
area.