Monique Nguyen

Teacher Assistant

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San Francisco, California, United States

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About me
Cardio-Thoracic ICU Nurse at Duke University Hospital
Education
- University of San Francisco
  2019 - 2023
  Bachelor of Science - BS Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse Cumulative GPA: 3.99
  Activities and Societies: Tri Gamma Women's Nursing Society; Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing; Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor's Society The core mission of the University is to promote learning in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. The University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the knowledge and skills needed to succeed as persons and professionals, and the values and sensitivity necessary to be men and women for others.
- St. Ignatius College Preparatory
  2015 - 2019
  High School Diploma
  Activities and Societies: JV Golf Team (2015-2016)/JV Golf Captain 2016/ Varsity Golf Team (2017-2019) Kairos Retreat Leader; Cura Freshman Retreat Leader; Insignis Member "St. Ignatius College Preparatory is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1855. Through a rigorous and integrated program of academic, spiritual, and co-curricular activities, St. Ignatius challenges its students to lead lives of faith, integrity, and compassion.Students are enriched by a diverse and loving Christian community and are called to become life-long learners who develop their individual talents for the greater glory of God.With a commitment… Show more "St. Ignatius College Preparatory is a Catholic, Jesuit school serving the San Francisco Bay Area since 1855. Through a rigorous and integrated program of academic, spiritual, and co-curricular activities, St. Ignatius challenges its students to lead lives of faith, integrity, and compassion.Students are enriched by a diverse and loving Christian community and are called to become life-long learners who develop their individual talents for the greater glory of God.With a commitment to intellectual excellence, leadership, service, and justice, we strive to be men and women for and with others, responding courageously to the opportunities and challenges of our time." Show less
Experience
- St. Ignatius College Preparatory
  Jun 2018 - Jun 2019
  Teacher Assistant
  -Teacher's assistant for summer high school physics course-During the school year assisted in Advanced Placement Biology course-In charge of setting up and cleaning up labs, and grading labs/assessments
- SF Tremors Volleyball Club
  Nov 2018 - Aug 2020
  Volleyball Coach
  -Assistant Coach for 13-2's from November 2018-May 2019-Coached volleyball practices and camps for girls between ages 9-14-Facilitated positive environment that fostered growth and acceptance both on and off the court
- Dr. Tiffany Mai Nguyen, DDS
  Jan 2020 - Dec 2022
  Front Desk Receptionist
  -Coordinated with patients in-office and over the phone to ensure adequate care and patient advocacy-Facilitated communication between primary office and specialists for patient referral -Processed insurance payments and contacted insurance companies to check patient eligibility
- Tri Gamma Women's Nursing Society
  Aug 2020 - May 2023
  -Budgeted for society events, activities, and expenses to obtain funding by setting semester dues for each sister-Monitored funds and expenditures to pay outstanding balances owed by society-Collaborated with school administration and organization to provide financial reports to executive board and entire society throughout the year -Responsible for taking photos at events and preparing scrapbook documenting all activities and functions to keep track of year’s events-Presented photos and scrapbooks to society members and school in timely manner-Lead communication between school and organization to procure cords and stoles for graduating seniors in spring and fall semesters
  - Treasurer
    May 2022 - May 2023
  - Historian
    Aug 2020 - May 2022
- San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living
  Sept 2020 - Dec 2020
  Student Nurse
  -Completed Geriatric Clinical Rotation
- Chinese Hospital Outpatient Services
  Mar 2021 - May 2021
  Student Nurse
  -Completed clinical rotation for Medical Surgical I
- Crestwood Behavioral Health, Inc.
  Sept 2021 - Nov 2021
  Student Nurse
  -Completed in-patient mental health rotation
- Baker Places
  Oct 2021 - Oct 2021
  Student Nurse
  -Completed out-patient community health rotation
- Stanford Health Care
  Feb 2022 - May 2022
  Student Nurse
  - Completed Medical Surgical II clinical rotation in Unit J5 Cardiac Surgery/Transplant/LVAD
- University of San Francisco School of Nursing and Health Professions
  Aug 2022 - May 2023
  Teacher Assistant
  - Assisting with supplemental instruction of 112 students for N370: Medical Surgical I: Management of Comprehensive Adult Patient Care- Lead 2 hour study groups once a week to clarify concepts and elaborate on course content for the week- Responsible for grading assignments in timely manner and organizing study tools (ie: worksheets) to provide a better understanding of concepts
- Stanford Children's Health | Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022
  Student Nurse
  - Completed pediatric clinical rotation in Pediatric Acute Care Unit and maternity rotation in Neonatal Labor and Delivery (NNLD), Postpartum, and Labor and Delivery Units
- Stanford Health Care
  Dec 2022 - Jul 2023
  Nursing Assistant
  - Working with complex, acute care patients in Unit E1: Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) and CAR-T therapy - Assisted with care of patients through obtaining vital signs and promoting ADLs (toileting, showering, feeding, etc) to advance patient independence - Implemented nursing knowledge while assisting nursing staff with responsibility of care for 8-10 patients per shift
- Sequoia Hospital - Dignity Health
  Feb 2023 - Apr 2023
  Student Nurse
  -Completing 156 hours for senior capstone rotation in Intensive Care Unit (ICU)-Assumed primary care of 1-2 patients per shift, planning for patients requiring intensive care -Skilled in nursing skills and procedures such as collecting vital signs, medication administration via all routes, blood draws, blood transfusions, TPN and lipids administration, wound care and dressing change, ostomy care, blood glucose monitoring, and physical assessments across the lifespan-Promoted self care and active patient participation by utilizing elements of patient education to promote positive health outcomes while implementing therapeutic communication and cultural competency-Experienced in care and maintenance of intubated patients, chest tubes, central lines, IV pumps, and patient controlled analgesia Show less
- Duke University Health System
  Sept 2023 - now
  Cardio-Thoracic ICU Nurse
  - Responsible for admission of sedated and intubated patients from operating room following cardio-thoracic surgery from CABGs, valve repair/replacements, heart transplants, lung transplants, etc - Managing patient hemodynamic stability via use of Swan-Ganz, CRRT, mechanical ventilation, external pacemaker, and vasoactive/inotropic IV medications- Cooperating with APPs, RTs, cardio-thoracic surgeons, cardiology fellows, residents, intensivists, anesthesia, and pharmacy to develop patient plan of care- Completed Vizient/AACN Nurse Residency Program Show less
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
  American Heart Association
  Apr 2025
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Early Trauma Learning
  ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services, Inc.)
  May 2021
- Registered Nurse (RN)
  California Board of Registered Nursing
  Jul 2023
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (Adult) (CCRN-A)
  AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses)
  Aug 2025
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  American Heart Association
  Apr 2025
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Monique Nguyen
  Summa Cum Laude University of San Francisco May 2023 Cumulative GPA: 3.99
- Awarded to Monique Nguyen
  Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing University of San Francisco Dec 2022 Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing's vision is centered around "connecting empowered nurse leaders to transform global healthcare." Their mission is to "develop nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere." "The Sigma board of directors has determined four strategic goals to guide the organization:1. Grow in value for members and all nurses worldwide who are pursuing excellence.2. Promote and celebrate nursing scholarship, leadership, and service… Show more Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing's vision is centered around "connecting empowered nurse leaders to transform global healthcare." Their mission is to "develop nurse leaders anywhere to improve healthcare everywhere." "The Sigma board of directors has determined four strategic goals to guide the organization:1. Grow in value for members and all nurses worldwide who are pursuing excellence.2. Promote and celebrate nursing scholarship, leadership, and service worldwide.3. Build partnerships and collaborative endeavors to advance the mission of the society.4. Sustain and advance the resources of the society. " Show less
- Awarded to Monique Nguyen
  Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor's Society University of San Francisco Feb 2022 "Alpha Sigma Nu is the honor society of Jesuit colleges and universities. Alpha Sigma Nu inducts students at Jesuit institutions of higher education who distinguish themselves in SCHOLARSHIP, LOYALTY, and SERVICE. Induction into Alpha Sigma Nu is one of the highest honors awarded on a Jesuit campus."
- Awarded to Monique Nguyen
  Tom Murphy '76 Jesuit Secondary Education Association Award St. Ignatius College Prep May 2019
- Awarded to Monique Nguyen
  Dean's Honor Roll Designation University of San Francisco Dean’s Honor Roll is defined in the BSN Program Student Handbook as “a student must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 better or a 3.7 or higher semester GPA for two consecutive semesters irrespective of the cumulative GPA.”Qualified for 8 semesters
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer
  Issued by Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center on Jan 2015
  Associated with Monique Nguyen
- Student Volunteer
  Issued by Pomeroy Recreation & Rehabilitation Center on Jun 2016
  Associated with Monique Nguyen
- Volleyball Coach
  Issued by Holy Name School on Sept 2015
  Associated with Monique Nguyen
- Volunteer
  Issued by Little Sisters of the Poor on Jun 2014
  Associated with Monique Nguyen