Janae Lopez
Nurse.
Compassionate care.
Community roots.
San Diego, born and raised.
About me
I grew up in San Diego — second generation, deep roots, and a community I carry with me everywhere I go.
I studied sociology at CSU Chico, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 2018, because I have always been more interested in people than in systems. I wanted to understand how the world shapes people and how people can push back against the things that hold them back. That curiosity led me to community organizing on the San Juan Islands, where I co-founded the San Juan Social Justice Collective — a grassroots organization dedicated to racial equity, community education, and redistributing resources to those who need them most.
Nursing is where all of that became clinical. I am completing my Associate of Science in Nursing at Skagit Valley College, graduating June 2026 with a 3.85 GPA and Honor Roll recognition across multiple terms. I hold BLS certification and an EMT-Defibrillation credential from San Diego Miramar College.
I am returning to San Diego to build my career in the community that raised me — committed to delivering care that is evidence-based, culturally competent, and genuinely human.
My Skills
Clinical Skills
Clinical Assessment
Medication Administration
IV Insertion & Phlebotomy
Wound Care & Dressing Changes
Vital Signs Monitoring
Foley Catheter Insertion
NG Tube Placement
EHR Documentation
AED & Defibrillation Airway Management
Patient Care
Patient & Family Education
Discharge Planning
Care Plan Development
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Pain Assessment
Infection Control
Sterile Technique
Cultural Competency
OB & Pediatric Care
Geriatric Care
Credentials
LS Provider — AHA, expires 08/2027
EMT-Defibrillation/Combitube
RN Licensure — expected June 2026
MAST Certified — WA State
[EHR system once confirmed]
My Values
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People First
Every patient is a whole person, not a diagnosis. I show up fully present, listen before I act, and make sure every person in my care feels seen and respected.
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Equity in Care
Health outcomes should not be determined by race, income, or zip code. I am committed to delivering culturally competent, equitable care to every patient regardless of background.
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Lifelong Learning
Nursing is a practice, not a destination. I am committed to growing every day through continuing education, mentorship, and the humility to always keep learning.
500+ Clinical Hours Completed
Clinical Rotations
Nursing Fundamentals Skagit Valley College Clinical Sites — Fall 2024
Developed foundational nursing skills including head-to-toe assessment, medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and sterile technique. Completed supervised practicum hours across clinical settings with a focus on safety, documentation, and patient-centered care.
Hours: [to be added]
OB, Pediatrics & Medical-Surgical Skagit Valley College Clinical Sites — Spring & Fall 2025
Provided care across obstetrics, pediatric, and medical-surgical settings. Supported laboring patients and newborns, delivered developmentally appropriate pediatric care, and continued building acute care competencies across diverse patient populations.
Hours: [to be added]
Medical-Surgical Nursing Skagit Valley College Clinical Sites — Winter 2025
Cared for adult patients with acute and chronic conditions across medical-surgical units. Performed clinical assessments, administered medications, developed care plans, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and discharge planning.
Hours: [to be added]
Advanced Medical-Surgical & Geriatric Care Skagit Valley College Clinical Sites — Winter 2026
Delivered advanced nursing care to complex medical-surgical and geriatric patients. Focused on managing multiple comorbidities, age-specific assessment, fall prevention, and coordinating care for older adults across inpatient settings.
Hours: [to be added]
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Committed to compassionate, evidence-based care, and to the patients and communities who need it most.
Education
A two-year clinical nursing program with rigorous hands-on training across multiple hospital settings.
Focus Areas: Patient care, pharmacology, health assessment, evidence-based practice, and clinical decision-making.
Key Courses: Nursing Fundamentals & Practicum, Medical-Surgical Nursing I & II, OB & Pediatrics Clinical, Advanced M/S & Geriatric Care, Psychosocial Issues in Nursing, Lifespan Psychology, Nutrition, General Biology
Activities & Achievements:
GPA: 3.85 / 4.0
Honor Roll — Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Winter 2026
BLS Provider — American Heart Association, issued August 2025
EMT-Defibrillation/Combitube — San Diego Miramar College
[Any simulation certifications or skills awards]
[Student Nurses Association membership if applicable]
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: NURSING
Skagit Valley College
Expected June 2026 · GPA 3.85 · Honor Roll
BACHELOR OF ARTS: SOCIOLOGY
MAGNA CUM LAUDE California State University, Chico
Graduated May 2018
A four-year degree focused on human behavior, social systems, and the structural forces that shape people's lives.
Focus Areas: Cultural competency, health disparities, social research methods, race and ethnic relations, and community organizing.
Key Courses: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Allied Health Microbiology, Women's Health, Ethnic & Race Relations, Social Research Methods, Psychology of Prejudice & Violence, Applied Sociology Internship
Activities & Achievements:
GPA: 3.92 / 4.0 — Magna Cum Laude
Dean's List every eligible term
Co-founded San Juan Social Justice Collective
Applied Sociology Internship — Fall 2017
