Derrell Whiten
Richmond,CA
Summary
Dedicated and disciplined Registered Nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and five years of experience as a U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman. Skilled in post-surgical care, emergency response, patient assessment, and minor medical procedures. Committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. Strong team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MountainView Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Medical-Surgical / Post-Surgical Preceptorship | 144 hours
- Performed head-to-toe assessments and documented findings in EHR
- Provided direct patient care including hygiene, mobility, and vital signs
- Assisted with medical procedures and post-operative care
- Managed JP drains, ostomies, Foley catheters, IV lines, and wound care
- Administered medications under RN supervision following safety protocols
- Monitored for changes in patient condition and complications
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Educated patients and families on care and discharge planning
WestCare Nevada / Opportunity Village
Las Vegas, NV
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Public Health | 96 hours
Southern Hills Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU) | 48 hours
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Pediatrics | 48 hours
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
01.2025 - 03.2025
- OB/GYN (L&D & NICU) | 48 hours
Desert Willow Treatment Center
Las Vegas, NV
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Mental Health | 48 hours
Spring Valley Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Medical-Surgical | 96 hours
Spring Valley Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Medical-Surgical | 96 hours
MountainView Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Fundamentals | 32 hours
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
10.2015 - 10.2020
- Delivered emergency and trauma care in field and clinical environments
- Supported infantry units as a Line Corpsman during operations
- Managed Sick Call operations and coordinated care with medical staff
- Supervised and trained junior corpsmen
- Participated in COVID-19 response aboard USNS Merc
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Las Vegas12-2025
Hospital Corpsman -
U.S. Navy
San Antonio, TX04-2016
Skills
- Emergency medical response
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Basic life support
- Emergent care
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs management
Certification
- License: RN #95454709
- Certifications: BLS, CPR
Timeline
MountainView Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
WestCare Nevada / Opportunity Village
07.2025 - 09.2025
Southern Hills Hospital
05.2025 - 07.2025
Sunrise Hospital
03.2025 - 05.2025
Sunrise Hospital
01.2025 - 03.2025
Desert Willow Treatment Center
11.2024 - 12.2024
Spring Valley Hospital
09.2024 - 11.2024
Spring Valley Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
MountainView Hospital
05.2024 - 07.2024
Hospital Corpsman
United States Navy
10.2015 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Hospital Corpsman -
U.S. Navy