Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards and Acknowledgements
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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ANDREA COOPER

Edwardsville,IL

Summary

Compassionate and driven nursing student with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

SIUE ABS Nursing Student Clinical Experience

SIUE School of Nursing
Edwardsville , IL
08.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care across departments.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
  • Followed all hospital and nursing protocols for patient safety and confidentiality.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
  • Managed time effectively to prioritize patient care tasks.
  • Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
  • Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.

Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
O'Fallon, IL
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
  • Monitored the dining room for cleanliness and proper setup at all times.
  • Responded efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
  • Ensured that each guest was served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
  • Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
  • Followed health safety guidelines when preparing and serving food products.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff regarding customer allergies or special requests.
  • Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.

Pediatric ICU PCT

St. Louis Children's Hospital
St Louis, MO
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assessed patient's vital signs and reported changes to physician.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
  • Participated in hospital committees related to pediatric ICU nursing practice.
  • Served as a resource person for staff regarding pediatric ICU nursing practices.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in providing safe, effective care.
  • Assisted physicians during diagnostic tests and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support to families of critically ill children.

Recreational & Preschool Gymnastics Coach

Pride of Illinois
Edwardsville, IL
01.2023 - Current
  • Teach kids to perfect their current skills and gain new ones safely and correctly, behavior management, take attendance, and react quickly to any situations that arise from injury.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12-2025

Skills

  • Patient assessments
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Basic life support
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Emergency response

Certification

Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified - American Red Cross

BLS - American Heart Association

Stop the Bleed Certificate

Awards and Acknowledgements

  • SIUE Spring 2023 & Fall 2024 Dean's List
  • FBLA Illinois State 1st Place - Spreadsheet Applications
  • OTHS National Honors Society Member

Affiliations

  • SIUE Competitive and Game Day Cheerleader for 2023-2024 & 2024-2025 school year

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

SIUE ABS Nursing Student Clinical Experience

SIUE School of Nursing
08.2024 - Current

Server

Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2024 - Current

Pediatric ICU PCT

St. Louis Children's Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023

Recreational & Preschool Gymnastics Coach

Pride of Illinois
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
ANDREA COOPER