Olivia Bernsley

(804) 627-5300
Olivia_Bernsley@bsmcon.edu

Education
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing, Richmond, VA. Bachelor of Science in Nursing, May
2023, GPA 3.94
John Tyler Community College, Richmond, VA. Pre-Nursing Courses, June 2020-December 2020,
GPA: 4.0
University of Mary Washington, Fredericksburg, VA Honors Student, August 2018-May 2020,
GPA: 3.9

Experience
Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital, Richmond, VA
Clinical Nurse Immersion, CVSU, From January 2023-April 2023
 Performed nursing tasks supervised with a preceptor as well as independently
 Developed skills such as IVs insertion, lab draws, physical assessments, medication
administration, IV pump programming, charting and documentation using EPIC, LVAD care,
external pacer wire care, sterile dressing changes, PICC line care, CPR, and foley catheter
insertion among others
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, Mechanicsville, VA
Float Pool Patient Care Technician, From June 2021-Present
 Demonstrate flexibility in working across all units of the hospital including Medical Surgical,
Orthopedics, Progressive Care, Oncology, and the Emergency Department
 Maintain the dignity of patients and assist with hygiene care for patients including bed baths,
incontinence care, toileting, and oral hygiene
 Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and assist nurses with procedures such as wound care

Volunteer Experiences
 College of Nursing Global Outreach Miami: June 2022. Selected by faculty out of competitive
pool of students to be part of our first trip to Miami, Florida to serve and learn about the Haitian
population in the area as well as other residents. Packed meals, participated in a blood pressure
clinic, and assisted with HIV testing.

 Catholic Charities Migration and Refugee Services: September 2019-December 2019. Worked
alongside another student as an English tutor for a refugee family from Afghanistan.

Organizations
 College of Nursing Student Government Association: Vice President June 2022-Present, Social
Activities Chair August 2021-May 2022. Help guide meetings, keep records, and facilitate other
SGO leaders. In previous role, planned college events.
 College Ambassador: August 2021-Present. Guide and role model for sophomore students,
assist with student orientation and graduation, and conduct school tours.

Certification
BLS (Through 4/2024)