Alison Blackmore
Lake in the Hills,IL
Summary
To seek and maintain a full-time position as a registered nurse that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, and excellent time management. Maintain patient safety and well-being to both patients and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Lab Assistant
Carthage College
09.2022 - Current
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Student Nurse Intern
Northwestern Medicine
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Met with patient to make introductions, inquire about needs and offer assistance.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Receptionist
Northwestern Mutual
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Helped maintain office security by monitoring visitor access and issuing badges as needed.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
Babysitter
Tara Masino
01.2013 - Current
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
Volunteer
Northwestern Medicine
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carthage College
Kenosha, WI05.2024
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Pain assessment
- Activities of Daily Living
- CPR Certified
- Medication Administration
- IV insertion
- IV fluid initiation and Maintenance
- Basic EKG
- Neonatal and Postpartum Assessment
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS), American Heart Association, April 2021 - April 2025
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification, National Institute of Health, November 2023
- Team Strategies & Tools to Enhance Performance & Patient Safety (Team STEPPS), Carthage College - November 2023
Timeline
Nursing Lab Assistant
Carthage College
09.2022 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Northwestern Medicine
05.2022 - 08.2022
Receptionist
Northwestern Mutual
05.2020 - 08.2023
Volunteer
Northwestern Medicine
10.2019 - 02.2020
Babysitter
Tara Masino
01.2013 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Carthage College