Gwendolina Ephraim
Northfield
Summary
Registered Nursing professional with strong expertise in Medical-Surgical Unit. Skilled in patient care, wound management, medication administration, and post-operative monitoring. Focused on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable to changing needs, known for effective communication and critical thinking abilities.
Registered Nursing professional in Emergency Medicine with extensive knowledge in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Skilled in team collaboration, maintaining high standards, and adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Known for strong clinical judgment, effective communication, and focus on achieving optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Student
UVMMC
08.2023 - Current
- Medical Surge Rotation: Assisted patients with ambulating, took patient vitals, charted in Epic, assisted patients with hygiene and restroom use, discharge teaching , developed strong rapport with patients, patient focused assessments, and IV flushing and removal.
- Psychological Health Rotation: Actively listened to patients, talked with them in an empathetic manner, participated in group counseling activities.
- Assisted in nursing care plans and following medication regimen.
- Emergency Department: Assisted primary nurse with inserting a foley catheter, wound care, and assisted in discharge teaching and applying an EKG machine .
- Labor and Delivery unit: Assisted patients taking care of the newborn baby, by given them time to rest , assisted in teaching pumping skills , breastfeeding skills and hygiene.
Residential Support Worker
Washington County Mental Health Services
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Administered medications according to prescribed protocols, ensuring proper dosage and schedule adherence.
- Fostered a positive living environment, promoting independence and encouraging socialization among residents.
- Delivered compassionate personal care, assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Facilitated group activities that promoted social interaction, skill-building, and emotional wellness for residents.
Personal Care Provider
Mayo Health Care
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized care and attention to their specific needs
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, offering a listening ear and compassionate presence
- Improved client mobility by assisting with transfers between beds, chairs, or other surfaces as needed
Cashier/Food Service Worker
Sodexo Food Service
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions
- Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift
Facilities Worker
Norwich University
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly
- Streamlined maintenance processes for increased efficiency and reduced downtime
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives, resulting in significant cost reductions and a more sustainable work environment
Data Analyst Intern
UNHCR Office
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Streamlined data collection processes by implementing efficient data mining techniques
- Enhanced data visualization capabilities for better decision-making with the use of advanced BI tools and the use of the proGres database
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norwich University
Northfield, VT05-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient charting
- Clinical reasoning
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration
- Healthcare ethics
- Wound dressing
- Vital signs taking
- Mental health awareness
- Disease prevention
- Teamwork
Certification
- BLS
- NSLS
Community Service
- Member, National Society of Leadership and Success Honors Society, Spring 2023
- Vice Chairman, Senate Appropriations unit, Student Government Association, 2023
- Volunteer, Food Drive event for African Student Union
- Volunteer, Annual Alternative Thanksgiving Break
- Member, Model UN
- Sound Engineer, Pegasus Acting Club
- Member, African Student Union
- Fundraising Coordinator and Member, Black Student Union
- Member, International Cooking Club
- Member, International Student Organization
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Residential Support Worker
Washington County Mental Health Services
06.2024 - 12.2024
Clinical Student
UVMMC
08.2023 - Current
Personal Care Provider
Mayo Health Care
05.2023 - 08.2023
Facilities Worker
Norwich University
05.2022 - 04.2023
Cashier/Food Service Worker
Sodexo Food Service
08.2021 - Current
Data Analyst Intern
UNHCR Office
11.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norwich University
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