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Darcy Geoghegan

Peru

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level food service position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.


Worked as a RN in hospitals before starting a family. Have been a stay at home parent since. Work as a preschool associate substitute. Work as a dance teacher and studio office assistant.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Dance Instructor and Office Assistant

Spotlight Dance Legacy
08.2023 - Current
  • Planned routines for recitals and performances.
  • Fostered a supportive learning environment by promoting positive reinforcement and constructive feedback.
  • Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
  • Worked in team-based environment to uphold quality and continuity of service to clients.
  • Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication among colleagues.
  • Strengthened office organization by implementing new filing systems and digital record-keeping practices.
  • Ensured operational continuity, providing critical administrative support during staff absences and peak workload periods.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant Substitute

Wee Learners Preschool
08.2012 - Current
  • Supported children''s emotional, social, and cognitive development through active engagement in various classroom activities.
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current on early childhood education trends.
  • Served as an empathetic listener when comforting upset or frustrated children while fostering resilience in handling challenging situations.
  • Aided in the planning and execution of field trips, reinforcing real-world connections to curriculum topics.
  • Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating hands-on activities and creative projects.
  • Improved preschoolers'' fine motor skills through art-based projects involving cutting, pasting, painting, and drawing exercises.
  • Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment by closely monitoring student behavior and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
  • Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.

Registered Nurse

Hospital
08.1998 - 03.2010
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Southwestern Community College
Creston, IA
07-1998

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement
  • Organization
  • Teaching techniques
  • Customer service
  • Safety awareness
  • Health and safety
  • Strong work ethic and dependable
  • School policy and rules enforcement
  • Collaborative and Team-oriented
  • Staff supervision

Timeline

Dance Instructor and Office Assistant

Spotlight Dance Legacy
08.2023 - Current

Preschool Teacher's Assistant Substitute

Wee Learners Preschool
08.2012 - Current

Registered Nurse

Hospital
08.1998 - 03.2010

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Southwestern Community College