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Blair Gartley

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Being a detail-oriented and compassionate nursing professional with a strong educational foundation and a genuine passion for delivering high-quality patient care. Seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) position within a reputable healthcare facility where we're able utilize clinical skills, empathy, and dedication to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while continuing to grow and develop as a healthcare professional.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bartender

03.2012 - Current
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at end of each shift.
  • Contributed to positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.

Customer Service Team Leader

01.2019 - 06.2022
  • Managed escalated customer complaints, ensuring swift resolution and preventing further dissatisfaction.
  • Mentored new hires, providing guidance to ensure their successful integration into our team.
  • Resolved product or service problems by clarifying customer's complaint, determining cause of problem and selecting best solution to solve problem.
  • Promoted open communication channels among team members for better alignment on goals and objectives.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.

Babysitter

12.2012 - 12.2017
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Maintained clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.

Lifeguard

03.2006 - 08.2009
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
  • Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
  • Earned Water Safety Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL
05.2024

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Highly reliable
  • Clear and effective communication
  • Patience and Tolerance
  • Outgoing Personality
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Strong Multitasking
  • First Aid

Certification

  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR/AED/BLS certified

Timeline

Customer Service Team Leader

01.2019 - 06.2022

Babysitter

12.2012 - 12.2017

Bartender

03.2012 - Current

Lifeguard

03.2006 - 08.2009

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

College of Lake County
Blair Gartley