John Caaway
About John Caaway
John Caaway is a Student Nurse Extern at Scripps Health and a Senior Nursing Aide at UC San Diego Health, with extensive experience in various healthcare roles in San Diego, California.
Current Positions at Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health
John Caaway is currently employed as a Student Nurse Extern at Scripps Health, focusing on the Emergency Department (ED) and Level 1 Trauma Center. He also holds the position of Senior Nursing Aide at UC San Diego Health, ranked #1 in San Diego. His roles have involved direct patient care and hands-on clinical experience in high-intensity healthcare environments.
Previous Nursing Externships at Sharp HealthCare and Kaiser Permanente
In 2021, John Caaway gained valuable experience as a Student Nurse Extern at Sharp HealthCare in the ICU and at Kaiser Permanente in the Med/Surg/PCU departments. These two-month stints provided him with a robust foundation in various nursing specialties, enhancing his skills in patient care.
Academic Background in Nursing and Health Sciences
John Caaway pursued a Bachelor's degree in Nursing with minors in Psychology and Cultural Proficiency from San Diego State University, completing it in 2022. He also holds an Associate of Science degree in Biology, Allied Health, and an Associate of Arts degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences from San Diego Miramar College. In 2019, he completed a Certificate of Completion for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide from International Health Group, School of Nursing.
Clinical and Volunteer Experience
John Caaway has accumulated over 1000 hours of hands-on clinical nursing experience and dedicated over 1000 hours to volunteer work both within and outside the healthcare sector. This extensive engagement demonstrates his commitment to the field and his proactive approach to gaining practical skills and knowledge.
Roles in Event Production and Educational Pursuits
Apart from his healthcare commitments, John Caaway also serves as an Associate Event Producer at Silk Road Productions. His diverse interests and roles reflect a balanced approach to professional development, combining healthcare service with event production. He actively seeks educational opportunities, certifications, and classes related to patient care and the healthcare industry to continually enhance his skill set.