Vinny Pogson

Motivated and compassionate nursing student with hands-on clinical experience in pediatric, surgical, and community health settings. Dedicated to delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care. Brings over two years of professional experience at Lululemon, where strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills were developed. Former competitive swimmer known for discipline, resilience, and collaboration. Seeking to begin a nursing career focused on improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.

• Recognized for Leadership and Teamwork during clinical rotations and simulation exercises, demonstrating professionalism, critical thinking, and patient-centered care.
• Maintained Academic Excellence throughout nursing program coursework, particularly in pediatric, surgical, and community health nursing.
• Over 2 Years of Professional Experience at Lululemon, consistently exceeding performance expectations through leadership, mentorship, and exceptional customer relations.
• Former Competitive Swimmer with over a decade of experience competing at the state level, developing discipline, time management, and teamwork skills transferable to nursing practice.
• Presented Research Analyses on nursing workforce factors affecting care quality and patient satisfaction, showcasing scholarly writing and analytical skills.
• Contributed to Community Health Initiatives, promoting wellness education and preventive care among underserved populations.
• EMT Training completed, with a focus on communicating with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (Current)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) — American Heart Association (Current)
• CPR/AED Certified — American Heart Association (Current)
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training Completed — Project Heartbeat, 2022 (Certification not obtained)

Pre-Operative, Intra-Operative, & Post-Operative Nursing Rotation (Capstone)
Mather VA Medical Canter — 09/2025-12/2025

• Assisted in surgical procedures, including kidney biopsy, cystectomy, and abscess removal.
• Gained intra-operative experience supporting circulating and scrub nurses, maintaining sterile fields, and monitoring patient safety.
• Conducted pre-op assessments, monitored vital signs, and reinforced post-op teaching.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical flow and patient comfort.

Pediatric Nursing Rotation
Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, Sacramento, CA — 05/25–06/25

• Provided care for pediatric patients with a variety of conditions, including chronic illnesses and post-operative recovery.
• Performed assessments, monitored vital signs, administered medications under supervision, and delivered patient/family education.
• Developed communication skills for working with children and their families in clinical settings.

Med-Surgical Nursing Rotation
Kaiser Southern Sacramento, Sacramento, CA — 03/25–06/25

• Cared for adult patients with complex medical-surgical needs.
• Monitored patient conditions, administered medications, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
• Enhanced skills in prioritization, time management, and patient-centered care.

Obstetric Nursing Rotation
Kaiser Roseville, Roseville, CA — 06/25–07/25

• Provided care for antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum patients.
• Assisted with patient assessments, education on maternal and newborn care, and monitoring during labor and delivery.

Community Health & Behavioral Health Rotations
VA Medical Center, Mather, CA & Local Community Programs — 2023–2025

• Women’s Health Clinic, VA Mather: Provided education, assisted with patient assessments, and supported nursing staff in patient care.
• Behavioral ICU, VA Mather: Observed and assisted with care for critically ill patients with mental health and medical comorbidities.
• Loaves and Fishes & River City Food Bank: Assisted with community outreach, patient education, and health promotion activities.
• Gained experience in patient advocacy, health education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in both clinical and community settings.