Jamie Larkin
Sea Girt,NJ
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented registered nurse with experience in various healthcare settings. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care with exceptional therapeutic communication. Results- oriented professional with a commitment to compassionate care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employment Consultant
Best Buddies International
Boston, MA
10.2024 - Current
- My primary responsibility as an Employment Consultant is to function as a coach, mentor, and vocational support professional working one-to-one with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). I currently manage a caseload of 30+ participants in our program. I support in successfully obtaining employment in their communities, improving their quality of life allowing them to gain greater levels of independence through work. I offer support during the job development/job seeking process, provide coaching during onboarding, and any needed follow-along support with a focus on fostering an independent career path.
- Assist individuals with disabilities in job development and growth.
- Collaborate with state agencies through monthly reporting and ISP meetings.
- Develop personalized employment plans to meet client needs and goals.
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Princeton Nassau Pediatrics
Princeton, NJ
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Staff Nurse Position in a well-established pediatric primary care office. Rotating between multiple locations within the practice, I pivot between varying roles as a nurse. Depending on the assigned role for the day, some responsibilities include managing continuity of care for patients, exercising therapeutic communication, establishing rapport with patients and families, administering vaccines and education on vaccinations, performing vitals, completing forms, filing documents, and completing any necessary follow-up communication.
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric patients in a busy healthcare environment.
- Administered medications and vaccinations according to established protocols.
- Educated families about child health, wellness, and disease prevention strategies.
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Greenwood Pediatrics
Parker, CO
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Staff Nurse position in a distinguished pediatric primary care practice affiliated with Children’s Hospital Colorado in the south Denver metro area. Provided high-quality nursing care as part of a team of nurses/medical assistants that were determined to create a compassionate and supportive environment. Responsibilities included but were not limited to providing comprehensive and age-appropriate care to patients, performing vitals and preliminary health testing/screening, assisting providers during treatment, examination, and testing of patients, managing multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment, phlebotomy skills, completing pharmacy refills and clinical forms, and promoting healthy practices and disease prevention. Participated monthly in the urgent care service our practice provided each weekend, as well as the annual flu clinic. Other additional duties specifically assigned to me included vaccine ordering/inventory and training of new hires.
- Administered immunizations and medications to pediatric patients in a clinical setting.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during routine examinations.
- Educated families on health management, preventive care, and treatment plans.
Day Camp Nurse
Lakeview Day Camp
East Brunswick, NJ
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with 5 registered nurses to deliver medical care and supervision for over 1,000 campers and staff.
- Administered first aid and medications to campers and staff as needed.
- Conducted health screenings and maintained accurate medical records for all participants.
- Collaborated with camp leaders to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
Accessioning Specialist
Princeton University Molecular Biology Lab
Princeton, NJ
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Collected and prepared patient specimens for processing and diagnostic testing of Nucleic acid extracts and qPCR.
- CLIA certified lab within the Molecular Biology Department of Princeton University
- Prepared samples and reagents for various laboratory procedures and tests.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Boston, MA08-2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies, Psychology
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT05-2020
International Studies Abroad -
University of Florence
Florence, Italy03-2019
Skills
- Pediatric care
- Patient care management
- Therapeutic communication
- Monthly reporting
- Client advocacy
- Performance tracking
- Training facilitation
- Documentation skills
- Health education
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
Certification
- Registered Professional Nurse, New Jersey, 26NR23785200, 05/31/27
- Basic Life Support Provider, American Heart Association, 05/28
Volunteer Opportunities
- RallyCap Sports, Recreational sports camp for people with disabilities, Central, NJ, Summer 2024
- All-Stars Club- Disability Services and Support Organization, Jefferson County, CO, Spring 2023
- MANNA (Many Angels Needed Now and Always) - St. Paul’s Cathedral, Boston, MA, 07/21
- Capuchin Mobile Ministries- Spiritual Resources for the Street, Boston, MA, 07/21
- Sunnyside Equestrian Center- Therapeutic Recreation Division, Colts Neck, NJ, Summer 2019
- Monmouth County Therapeutic Recreation Division, Camp counselor for children with disabilities, Summer 2017-2018
- Best Buddies International, 2017 - 2026
Certifications Training
- Basic Life Support Professional, 05/26
- EPIC Systems Training, 06/23
- Colorado Immunization Information System Training, 12/22
- Preventing Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)- CDC, 09/22
- Childhood Development, Resilience, and the Environment- CDC, 09/22
- Health Literacy for Public Health Professionals- CDC, 09/22
- Social and Behavioral Research Training- CITI Program, 02/21
- Nursing Initiative Promoting Immunization Training – CDC, 02/21
- Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers Certificate – American Red Cross, 01/21
Timeline
Employment Consultant
Best Buddies International
10.2024 - Current
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Princeton Nassau Pediatrics
04.2024 - 08.2024
Pediatric Staff Nurse
Greenwood Pediatrics
12.2022 - 12.2023
Day Camp Nurse
Lakeview Day Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Accessioning Specialist
Princeton University Molecular Biology Lab
09.2021 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science Studies, Psychology
Quinnipiac University
International Studies Abroad -
University of Florence