Rylie Simms

Compassionate and energetic Certified Nursing Assistant with hands-on experience caring for pediatric patients in a children's hospital setting. Experienced in supporting children with a variety of medical and surgical needs while assisting nurses with daily patient care, vital signs, mobility, activities of daily living, and patient safety. Skilled at creating a calm and comforting environment for children while building trusting relationships with patients and their families.

Comfortable working in a fast-paced hospital environment and collaborating closely with nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Passionate about pediatric care and dedicated to making each child's hospital experience as safe, comfortable, and positive as possible.

Nursing Assistant at Shriners Hospital For Children (2026-04 – Present)

• Provided compassionate, age-appropriate care to pediatric patients in an inpatient hospital setting.
• Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Obtained and documented vital signs, intake and output, and reported changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Assisted with post-operative care, ambulation, repositioning, and patient transfers.
• Collaborated with registered nurses to perform patient care.
• Maintained a clean, safe environment while following infection prevention and patient safety protocols.

Caregiver at The Springs Senior Living (2025-10 – Present)

Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining a safe and supportive clinical environment.

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), prioritizing safety, dignity, and comfort at all times.
• Respond promptly to patient needs and communicate concerns to the nursing team to ensure quality care and positive health outcomes.

All Star Cheer Coach at Oregon Dream Teams (2022 – Present)

• Planned and ran structured practices in a positive, high-energy environment
• Built athletes' confidence, teamwork, and sportsmanship
• Monitored athlete progress and adjusted coaching to meet individual needs
• Communicated with parents and staff to support athlete success
• Ensured a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all athletes

Nursing Coursework – Clark College (2025-04)

Pre-Nursing Coursework – Grand Canyon University (2024-08 – 2025-04)

High School Diploma – Ridgefield High School (2024)