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Overview
Work History
Education
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Briana Houpt

Portage,IN

Summary

When I choose to take on a project, no matter what it is, I put my full heart, focus, effort, and personal abilities into it. I approach each aspect with an open mind, integrity, and exuberant, enthusiasm. I learn quickly and adapt to new challenges, whether that means working harder or incorporating more preparations. With my amiable personality, I am always able and willing to work with anyone.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Janitor, Assistant, Misc.

Bao's Pastry
Valparaiso, IN
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • I was able to help make, plate, or decorate desserts
  • Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition; including keeping the kitchen clean (dishwashing)
  • I helped customers by explaining the dishes and checking them out

Huisking; Instructional Technology Resource Center

Paula Kaplan (Saint Mary's College)
Notre Dame, Indiana
08.2022 - Current
  • experience in classroom technology: this includes projector systems, connection operations (ie: adaptors, video, sound, and guest connections), and computer software basics
  • Troubleshoot technology for professors’ classrooms and their systems
  • Instruct professors on how to use technology, operating systems, and some of the software
  • Help students check out or use materials including the printing services

Babysitter

Wollman's (consistent), others (sporadic)
Mishawaka, IN
08.2022 - Current
  • I consistently watch and care for their four-year-old; Ester(sporadic babysitting spans from 4-10 year-olds)
  • Feed them dinner, get them ready for bed, and tend to their other needs and wants (different for various families)
  • Spend time with the children during different times, keeping them happy, safe and entertained

Psychiatric Nursing Clinical; NURS 307

Memorial Epworth Hospital & Hubbard Hills
South Bend & Elkhart, IN
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Lead therapy and mindful workshops
  • Engaged in therapeutic communication with patients
  • Dementia Care

Acute Med-Surg Nursing Clinical; NURS 321

St. Joe Memorial Hospital
Mishawaka, IN
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed initial assessments of patients, including vital signs and medical histories.
  • Aided staff with bed changes, patient care, and any other tasks they needed done
  • Helped patients with the healing process by being with them and getting them anything they needed

Chronic Med-Surg Nursing Clinical; NURS 330

St. Joe Memorial Hospital
Mishawaka, IN
01.2024 - Current
  • Performed initial assessments of patients, including vital signs and medical histories.
  • Observe the death and dying process
  • Aid patients with chronic illnesses including oncological disorders and any disease lasting more than 3 months

Education

High School Diploma -

Andrean High School
Merrillville, IN
05.2021

Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor's of Nursing Science

Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame, IN
05-2025

Skills

  • Team-player
  • Hard Worker
  • Problem Solver
  • Dedicated
  • Thorough
  • Responsible
  • Organized
  • Prepared
  • Punctual
  • Accountable

Affiliations

  • Office of Common GoodVariety of Activities Includes local volunteer opportunities, sustainability farms (composting and volunteering), and service projects (on and off campus)
  • SMC Sisterhood of ServiceVolunteer Activities
  • Dance Marathon — Participated in to support Riley Children's Hospital
  • Rebuilding Together — Volunteered to help rebuild the local community
  • Nativity of Our Savior (Portage, IN) Parish Food Drive - volunteer work organizing and distributing food
  • Cycling Club (Saint Mary's College): participant in cycling work outs (student run)
  • Christian Faith: member of Nativity of Our Savior Parish in Portage Indiana
  • Avid Crafter and Reader: favorite pastimes include fiction novels and crafting projects

Timeline

Chronic Med-Surg Nursing Clinical; NURS 330

St. Joe Memorial Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Acute Med-Surg Nursing Clinical; NURS 321

St. Joe Memorial Hospital
10.2023 - 12.2023

Psychiatric Nursing Clinical; NURS 307

Memorial Epworth Hospital & Hubbard Hills
08.2023 - 10.2023

Huisking; Instructional Technology Resource Center

Paula Kaplan (Saint Mary's College)
08.2022 - Current

Babysitter

Wollman's (consistent), others (sporadic)
08.2022 - Current

Janitor, Assistant, Misc.

Bao's Pastry
06.2020 - 06.2021

High School Diploma -

Andrean High School

Some College (No Degree) - Bachelor's of Nursing Science

Saint Mary's College
Briana Houpt