Cheris Marshall
Mascotte
Summary
Compassionate and motivated new graduate nurse with healthcare and clinical experience. Professional with solid foundation in patient care and clinical procedures, ready to contribute effectively in supportive role. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting dynamic needs of healthcare environments. Skilled in patient interaction, medical documentation, and teamwork, valued for compassionate approach and strong organizational abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician
Fishman & Sheridan Eyecare Specialist
Clermont, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient screenings, including visual acuity and intraocular pressure measurements.
- Educated patients on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions to ensure compliance.
- Trained new staff on best practices for equipment handling and patient interaction techniques.
- Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
- Assisted in Blepharoplasty surgery
- Provided exceptional customer service to all patients, addressing concerns promptly and compassionately.
Ophthalmic Technician
Mid Florida Eye Center
Wildwood, FL
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Collaborated with ophthalmologists to streamline workflow and enhance patient care protocols.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and outside contacts and handled in order of importance.
- Performed thorough medical history assessments as part of the pre-examination process for new patients.
- Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
- Increased patient understanding of their eye conditions through clear explanations and demonstrations of treatment plans.
Front Desk Receptionist
Care Team
Leesburg, FL
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring seamless guest check-in and check-out processes.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing staff availability and patient flow.
- Enhanced visitor experience through effective communication and problem resolution skills.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and administrative tasks for compliance purposes.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL06-2026
Licensed Esthetician -
Aveda Institute
Orlando, FL05-2020
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School
Groveland, FL05-2017
Skills
- Patient care
- Diagnostic testing
- Chart documentation
- Medical history documentation
- Ophthalmic imaging expertise
- Medication administration
- Surgical care
- Patient assessments
- Vitals monitoring
- IV setup
- IV removal
- Patient feeding
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician
Fishman & Sheridan Eyecare Specialist
05.2023 - Current
Ophthalmic Technician
Mid Florida Eye Center
06.2021 - 05.2023
Front Desk Receptionist
Care Team
12.2017 - 03.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Licensed Esthetician -
Aveda Institute
High School Diploma -
South Lake High School
Clinical Experience
UF Health - Leesburg Fl
Senior Nursing Preceptorship- CMU- Cardiac- 2026
- Completed immersive preceptorship in a high acuity CMU environment caring for critically ill patients
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and patient condition changes
- Assisted with medication administration, assessments, and patient care
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
- Documented patient care in EMR and strengthened prioritization skills
Advent Health- Ocala Fl | 2025-2026
- Completed clinical rotations in Medical Surgical/ Telemetry, Neurology, Pediatric Emergency Department, and Maternal-Newborn nursing settings.
Core Competencies-
- Medication Administration
- Critical Care Exposure
- Infection Prevention
- Basic Wound Care
- EMR Systems
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Assessments
- Communication Skills
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Eligible to sit for NCLEX-RN upon graduation in June 2026