Keely Yost

Elizabeth and Melburn Williams Scholarship for the School of Nursing - Aug 2023

WOW Award- Patient care award Patient May 2023 "Thank you so much for being so kind and caring to my mother-in-law, (PATIENT NAME) in room 2111. You were by far the kindest, sweetest tech. I hope you're in nursing school because you would be a FANTASTIC nurse. You were genuine in your care and I could tell you care about all your patients with your compassionate spirit. Thank you so much. I am glad to know Sentara has people like you taking care of our community.”

Letter of Recommendation Angela Anderson Nov 2021 "The characteristics about Keely that will make her successful include her level of responsibility, her determination, her time management, her ability to public speak clearly and effectively, and her ability to work as a team player. This level of character was displayed in the classroom as Keely was always on time for class and had excellent attendance. She is resilient, ambitious, focused, and diligent. Keely is well-qualified and can handle rigor."v

Letter of Recommendation Dr. Nicolin Grimes-Grieco Nov 2021 "Keely has a strong understanding of her future profession because her mother has been a nurse for more than 25 years now. Keely is not only fully aware of the strenuous, multi-faceted nature of the nursing profession, she is genuinely excited about the fast-paced, ever-changing work environment that awaits her once she has earned this professional credential. Keely is also looking forward to having a career where there is no room for complacency. She knows that learning is a life-long… Show more "Keely has a strong understanding of her future profession because her mother has been a nurse for more than 25 years now. Keely is not only fully aware of the strenuous, multi-faceted nature of the nursing profession, she is genuinely excited about the fast-paced, ever-changing work environment that awaits her once she has earned this professional credential. Keely is also looking forward to having a career where there is no room for complacency. She knows that learning is a life-long commitment, particularly when it comes to best practices in patient care. Throughout her high school and college careers, Keely has demonstrated that she pursues her life goals with a level of engagement, tenacity and determination that exceeds that of many of her peers. She is eager to begin her professional training as an aspiring nurse and to serve, heal and improve the lives of countless future patients. Keely is selfless, detail oriented, highly motivated, kind, compassionate and her work ethic is truly unparalleled." Show less

Melton Scholarship - Aug 2019

Academic Honors Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dean’s List | 2019-2023Athletic Director’s Honor Roll | 2018-2022 Athletic Director’s Honors | 2018-2022 Academic Letter | 2014-2017

High School awards and Honors - Academic Letter 2014-2017 Competition Cheer Sportsmanship Award 2017All-District Cheer TeamAll-Conference Cheer TeamAll-Region Cheer TeamAll-State Cheer Team 2016Varsity Competition Cheer Letter 2014-2017 Sideline Competition Cheer Letter 2014-2017 Varsity Track Letter 2015-2016Honors Choir Letter 2015-2017

Leadership Positions- High School and Undergraduate - Senior leader Varsity Cheerleading Team 2020-2022 Senior Class Officer 2017-2018Diversity Club President 2016-2018World Language Honor Society Vice-President 2017-2018 World Language Honor Society Officer 2016-2017 Community Involvement Club Vice-President 2017-2018 Girls United Club Officer 2016-2018

Letter of Recommendation Nursing professor Amy Beachy Dear Interested Party:I am writing to recommend Keely Yost for your position as a new graduate nurse (December ’23). I have been Keely’s nursing instructor for over 3 semesters starting in Basic Skills class Fall of ’22. It has been very rewarding to watch Keely grow over this time. I was especially able to see this in the clinical environment as I taught part of her clinical rotations in both Spring and Summer.Keely is an excellent student, of that there is no doubt. What makes… Show more Dear Interested Party:I am writing to recommend Keely Yost for your position as a new graduate nurse (December ’23). I have been Keely’s nursing instructor for over 3 semesters starting in Basic Skills class Fall of ’22. It has been very rewarding to watch Keely grow over this time. I was especially able to see this in the clinical environment as I taught part of her clinical rotations in both Spring and Summer.Keely is an excellent student, of that there is no doubt. What makes her shine is she is also an excellent clinician practicing above the level of most of her peers. She can connect theory to practice resulting in a safe, competent, and effective student nurse. Keely stays busy and engaged with her patient each day in clinical, always making the most of those precious clinical hours. She shows kindness and determination in meeting her patients’ needs. This, along with her application of knowledge, makes Keely a strong clinician.Keely also has great teamwork skills. She doesn’t hesitate to lend a hand and check on her peers during a busy clinical day. She also uses her experience as a patient care tech to find resources to help herself and others. Keely goes the extra mile to get the job done.Keely’s academic and clinical performance leave no doubt in my mind, she is well equipped to handle the challenges of nursing as a new graduate. I strongly endorse her for this new role.Sincerely,Amy Beachy, MSN, RNRadford University CarilionSchool of Nursing Show less