RAWAN KHATER
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
Dumfries
2
Languages
1
Certification
6
years of professional experience
Nurse Extern supporting acute-care bedside care for 19+ patients per shift under RN supervision while completing senior BSN coursework and a hospital preceptorship. Delivers medication administration, IV therapy, and patient safety support across med-surg workflows. Brings a transition-ready nursing profile grounded in direct patient care, clinical monitoring, and timely escalation of changes in condition.
Work History
Nurse Extern
1 Year 2 Months- Administer oral and subcutaneous medications, including insulin, under RN supervision and according to facility policy.
- Initiate and assist with IV therapy, including peripheral IV insertion/removal and hanging IV fluids as permitted by facility policy.
- Obtain and monitor vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake and output, and promptly communicate abnormal findings or changes in patient condition.
- Perform basic wound care, dressing changes, skin assessments, and colostomy/ostomy appliance changes.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, bladder scans, and urinary catheter insertion and care.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, mobility, repositioning, hygiene, nutrition, and activities of daily living.
- Collaborated with RNs and interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate, patient-centered care for diverse patient populations.
Lead Patient Care Technician
1 Year 7 Months- Delivered direct patient care and acted as resource for PCT staff, enhancing team support and patient outcomes.
- Precepted and supported newly hired PCTs in clinical skills, unit workflow, safety practices, and hospital expectations.
- Collaborated with nursing staff on patient care prioritization, managing admissions, discharges, transfers, and adapting to changing unit needs.
- Executed phlebotomy, EKGs, urinary catheter care, blood glucose monitoring, telemetry setup, wound care, and activities of daily living to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Patient Care Technician
2 Years 9 Months- Delivered bedside care, monitoring vital signs, glucose levels, and assisting with mobility, hygiene, intake/output measurement, specimen collection, phlebotomy, EKGs, and ensuring patient safety.
- Supported nurses in patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and procedures, enhancing overall patient care and comfort.
Patient Safety Attendant
2 Months- Monitored patients at risk for falls, elopement, self-harm, or harm to others to ensure safety and prevent incidents.
- Employed therapeutic communication, redirection, and de-escalation techniques to effectively manage confused or agitated patients.
Patient Safety Attendant
2 Years 7 Months- Monitored patient safety and well-being to prevent incidents and ensure a secure environment.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to communicate patient needs and coordinate care effectively.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing (ADN)
In Progress
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BSN)
- In Progress
- Concurrent enrollment while completing ADN
Associate of Science - Health Sciences
Skills
Medication administration under RN supervision
Peripheral IV insertion/removal
IV fluid administration
Phlebotomy
EKGs
Telemetry
Blood glucose monitoring
Foley & straight catheterization
Basic wound care
Therapeutic communication
Patient assessment
Pain assessment
Electronic health record documentation
Patient education
IV pump management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) – Current
- NCLEX-RN – Planned January 2027
Languages
English
C2
Bilingual or Proficient
Arabic
C2
Bilingual or Proficient
Timeline
Nurse Extern
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
06.2025 - CurrentRead More
Patient Safety Attendant
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
11.2023 - 01.2024Read More
Lead Patient Care Technician
HCA StoneSprings Hospital Center
10.2023 - 05.2025Read More
Patient Safety Attendant
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03.2021 - 10.2023Read More
Patient Care Technician
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01.2021 - 10.2023Read More
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Northern Virginia Community College
Associate Degree from Nursing (ADN)
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Northern Virginia Community College
Associate of Science from Health Sciences
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