KALYN MORIMOTO

(510) 504-5156 · kalynmorimoto@email.arizona.edu · 850 E. Wetmore Rd., Tucson, AZ 85719

Summary
A 2020 new graduate nurse who is enthusiastic about starting a career in the nursing profession, and is committed to
making a difference in the lives of others. Has developed a strong level of resilience, excellent interpersonal skills, and
extensive leadership qualities throughout nursing school, various clinical experiences, and volunteer opportunities. These
experiences have led to a passion for working with adults in the high acuity setting with a special interest in providing
care for cardiovascular and cardiothoracic critical and intermediate care patients.

Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.) Aug. 2016 – May 2020
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Grade Point Average: 3.619

Clinical and Laboratory Experience

§ Preceptorship: Telemetry Unit – 80 hours Spring 2020
• Oro Valley Hospital (Oro Valley, AZ)
§ Population Health Nursing – 75 hours Spring 2020
• Pima County Health Department (Tucson, AZ)
§ High Acuity/Intensive Care Nursing – 270 hours Fall 2019
• Banner University Medical Center (Tucson, AZ)
§ Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing – 75 hours Fall 2019
• Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)
§ Medical-Surgical Nursing – 135 hours Spring 2019
• Tucson Medical Center (Tucson, AZ)
§ Pediatric Nursing– 135 hours Spring 2019
• Tucson Medical Center (Tucson, AZ)
§ Obstetrics – 75 hours Spring 2019
• Carondelet St. Joseph’s Hospital (Tucson, AZ)
§ Long-Term Care Nursing – 112 hours Fall 2018
• Southern Arizona VA Health Care System (Tucson, AZ)

Licensure/Certification
Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Open School Basic Certification Certified in March 2020
Certified by the IHI Open School

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification Certified in Feb. 2020

Certified by the American Heart Association

Speaking with the Public Certified in Jan. 2020

CDC Train

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Certified in Dec. 2019

Certified by the American Heart Association

Work Experience
Shake Smart – Shift Manager/Employee, Tucson, AZ
Aug. 2018 – Oct. 2019
 § Responsible for the management of four to five team members per shift. Managerial responsibilities included
advising customers on appropriate menu items based on their taste preferences or nutritional goals, delegating
various tasks to staff, performing regular inventory checks, receiving and unloading deliveries, communicating
with team members to ensure that quality of service is being upheld in all areas, and end-of-shift receipt
accounting.

Fuel Modern Eatery – Employee, Tucson, AZ

Feb. 2017 – May 2018
§ Attended to customers by greeting them at the register, preparing and delivering orders in a time-efficient manner,
and ensuring that they received an overall quality experience.

Leadership & Volunteer Experience

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Beta Mu Chapter – Member, Tucson, AZ
Feb. 2020
§ Invited to join STTI Beta Mu Chapter in February of 2020. This membership is given to undergraduate junior and
senior nursing students who have achieved academic excellence in the nursing curriculum, demonstrated impressive
leadership throughout the undergraduate experience, and have displayed a commitment to excellence in nursing.

General Chemistry – Preceptor, University of Arizona

Jan. 2018 – May 2018
§ Responsibilities included attending all class lectures, conducting tutoring hours and weekly review sessions, and
preparing reading quizzes.

Banner University Medical Center/Diamond Children’s Hospital – Volunteer, Tucson, AZ

Oct. 2017 – May 2018
§ Main Information Desk volunteer assisting patients with questions and hospital navigation. Subsequently worked
as a Child Life Volunteer at Diamond Children’s Hospital attending to inpatient needs.

Professional Achievements in Nursing – Member, University of Arizona

Aug. 2017 – May 2018
§ Attended educational weekly meetings that informed members about the various aspects of the nursing
profession; Participated in volunteer events at locations throughout the Tucson community, including the Ronald
McDonald House Charities of Southern Arizona.

Blue Chip Leadership – Participant, University of Arizona

Aug. 2016 – May 2017
§ Attended weekly leadership seminars; volunteered at high schools and senior centers throughout the Tucson
community, as well as the Diaper Bank of Southern Arizona.

Skills and Attributes

§ Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
§ EKG interpretation skills
§ Has extensive knowledge and experience with team dynamics. Ability to operate effectively as a capable team
member and/or team leader in high-pressure situations, work cooperatively with others, and make valuable
contributions to the team
§ Able to interpret and analyze data expeditiously
§ Competent decision-making and judgement skills within the scope of my position while knowing when to reach
out for assistance
§ Excellent organizational skills