Hailey Watkins
New Grad Nurse
East Aurora,NY
Summary
Compassionate new grad nurse with hands-on experience in healthcare and childcare, demonstrating strong patient-centered care skills in dynamic environments. Proven ability to provide therapeutic communication and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Committed to further developing clinical expertise while delivering exceptional support to patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
Cheektowaga, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Respond efficiently to guest inquiries and complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensure that each guest is served courteously, quickly, and efficiently.
- Handle money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
- Operate POS terminals to input orders, split bills, and calculate totals.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
Patient Care Assistant
Buffalo General Medical Center
Buffalo, NY
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Monitored the health status and vital signs of patients and reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support for patients and families.
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
Floating Teacher’s Aide/Childcare Provider
Precious People Daycare
Alden, NY
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted the lead teacher in organizing and facilitating activities and lessons.
- Adapted the curriculum as needed to meet the diverse needs of all children.
- Created an atmosphere that was conducive for learning through effective classroom management techniques.
- Promoted safe behavior, learning, and creativity while following strict guidelines in accordance with OCFS.
Childcare Provider
Under the Apple Tree
Elma, NY
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Supervised and cared for children while maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and development.
- Facilitated communication with parents.
Photographer and Sales Associate
RV One Superstores
West Seneca , NY
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Reception: Greeted all customers in a friendly manner, communicated with customers by telephone and in person, and handled filing, organization, and paperwork.
- Photographer: Captured specific, detailed images of the units, and uploaded them to the company webpage.
Clinical Rotations
OCH, MFH, ECMC, Mercy, Pediatric Urgent Care
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in assessments, administering medications, and providing treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Completed clinical work in different units to build knowledge of diverse populations.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
12.2024
Skills
- Empathy
- Prioritizing Multiple Tasks
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing interventions
- Team Collaboration
- Problem management
- Effective therapeutic communication
- Critical thinking
- Strategic Planning
- Adaptability
- Dependability
- EMR systems
- Time management
- Leadership
- Strong work ethic
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification 01/01/23 - 01/31/25
Will be renewing prior to hire.
Volunteer
Provided over 140 hours of volunteer service!
References
References available upon request.
Contact
Mobile Phone: (716) 697-9402
Email: Hwatkins2400@gmail.com
Education
Graduated with my ASN in December 2024.
Will be taking the NCLEX in February.
Graduated high school at Iroquois Senior High School in 2021 with an advanced regents diploma.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementQuote
"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart"
Winnie the Pooh
Timeline
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Buffalo General Medical Center
06.2023 - 04.2024
Floating Teacher’s Aide/Childcare Provider
Precious People Daycare
08.2021 - 09.2022
Photographer and Sales Associate
RV One Superstores
06.2020 - 08.2020
Childcare Provider
Under the Apple Tree
09.2019 - 10.2020
Clinical Rotations
OCH, MFH, ECMC, Mercy, Pediatric Urgent Care
Associate Degree - Nursing
Erie Community College
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