Benz Aponesto
Germantown
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate student nurse extern with hands-on clinical experience and a solid academic background, soon to graduate from University of Maryland, School of Nursing. Demonstrates strong proficiency in patient care, including assisting with mobility, personal hygiene, nutrition, and non-pharmacological interventions. Adept at collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality patient care and support. Proven ability to handle high-pressure environments with professionalism and empathy. Looking to leverage skills and knowledge in a full-time nursing position at a reputable hospital.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
06.2024 - Current
- Proactively seeks out opportunities to learn from experienced nurses and other healthcare professionals, growing in clinical knowledge and aptitude.
- Shadows experienced nurses as they provided direct patient care, learning essential techniques for effective bedside manner and communication.
- Manages complex patient cases, utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address emergent situations.
- Utilizes advanced monitoring equipment like ventilators, infusion pumps, and hemodynamic monitors for constant assessment of patient''s condition and necessary interventions.
- Demonstrates commitment to teamwork by consistently stepping up when additional help was required or requested within the unit or department.
- Develops strong time-management skills by balancing multiple responsibilities during fast-paced hospital shifts.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Fulfillment Specialist
Target
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse.
- Operated warehouse equipment and reported instances of safety code violations to management to reduce risk of accidents.
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
- Built, maintained and strengthened customer relationships with retail food stores within territory.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Baltimore, MD12.2024
Skills
- Geriatric care
- Vital sign assessment
- Cardiac care
- Health promotion
- Disease prevention
- Care plan management
- Compassionate care
- Surgical care
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Basic Life Support(BLS)
Additional Information
Clinical Rotations:
Howard County Hospital- acute care floor 3
Holy Cross Germantown- acute Care floor 4
Forest Oaks Assisted Living
Shady Grove hospital- L&D unit
Children's National hospital
University of Maryland Medical Center- adults psych unit
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Medstar Washington Hospital Center
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holy Cross Germantown Hospital
07.2023 - 07.2024
Fulfillment Specialist
Target
08.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland - Baltimore
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