Carly R. Irons

• Gained extensive experience in a Level 1 trauma center, strengthening my confidence, critical thinking, and ability to prioritize patient needs while providing safe, high-quality, family-centered care in fast-paced, high-acuity situations. This exposure enhanced my ability to anticipate patient needs, collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams, and deliver compassionate care under pressure.
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• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
• Communicated regularly with nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition or needs.
• Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to inquiries from both staff members and families of patients.

• Delivered compassionate, developmentally appropriate care to pediatric patients, demonstrating empathy, patience, and sensitivity — qualities central to Akron Children’s family-centered mission.
• Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and hygiene needs.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to registered nurses promptly.
• Communicated clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and interdisciplinary staff, ensuring trust, collaboration, and emotional support in stressful situations.
• Adapted efficiently to changing patient needs and unit priorities, demonstrating reliability, flexibility, and professionalism in fast-paced clinical environments.

• * I started with P.F. Chang’s at the Fairlawn, OH location in 2021, but transferred to the CO Springs store upon moving to Colorado (just to clarify the reason that my timeline appears to have two jobs in different states).
• Cultivated a team-oriented approach, collaborating closely with coworkers to ensure smooth operation, resolve conflicts, and maintain a safe, positive environment for both staff and guests.
• Served and supported guests in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant, consistently providing compassionate, attentive, and reliable service — skills that directly translate to patient-centered care in nursing.
• Maintained accuracy and efficiency under pressure by managing multiple tables and time-sensitive tasks, mirroring the prioritization and focus required in acute care settings like the NICU.

Nursing Relevance:

Gained extensive experience in communication, multitasking, and empathy through years of serving diverse guests — experience that supports a calm, compassionate, and organized approach to neonatal and family care.