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Abigail Peruba

Peru,IL

Summary

Along with my future Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, I have experienced shadowing and working in the healthcare field. I started as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Same Day Surgery from 2020-2022, I have had jobs throughout these times such as private nanny, retail worker, volunteer, and waitressing. I believe I have learned many skills and strengths including:

  • Ability to communicate with others in respectful way and tending to their needs
  • Time management and making sure all tasks are completed in an appropriate, timely manner
  • Ability to analyze problems and identify solutions using reasoning
  • Having a strong work ethic with flexibility and communication skills

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Margaret Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2022
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Babysitter

Private Nanny
05.2016 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing and bedtime routine.
  • Reassured children when upset by providing support.


Volunteer

Cops For Cancer
07.2015 - Current
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with other volunteers to stay informed about events.


Wait Staff Member

05.2023 - Current
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.

Retail Worker

Scout Outdoor Apparel
05.2020 - 03.2022
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Worked closely with co-workers to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Illinois State University
Normal, IL
05.2024

Associate of Science -

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
2020.08 - 2022.05

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

Skills

  • Healthcare experience
  • Personable
  • Active Listening
  • Decision Making
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Time Management
  • Effective communication
  • Compassionate
  • Integrity

Additional Information

Student Clinical Experience

  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center- Adult Health (Peoria, IL)
  • OSF Saint Joseph Medical Center- Labor and Delivery (Bloomington, IL)
  • OSF Satin Elizabeth Medical Center- Behavioral Health (Ottawa, IL)
  • OSF Saint James-John Medical Center- Adult Health (Pontiac, IL)
  • CUSD #11 El Paso-Gridley- Public Health (El Paso, IL)
  • Heritage Health- Nursing home (Normal, IL)

Future Clinical Experience (Spring 2024)

  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center- Adult Health (Peoria, IL)
  • Springfield Memorial Medical Center- Adult Health/Float (Springfield, IL)

Timeline

Wait Staff Member

05.2023 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

St Margaret Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2022

Associate of Science -

Illinois Valley Community College
2020.08 - 2022.05

Retail Worker

Scout Outdoor Apparel
05.2020 - 03.2022

Babysitter

Private Nanny
05.2016 - Current

Volunteer

Cops For Cancer
07.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Illinois State University

Illinois State University
Abigail Peruba