Dedicated burn nurse with almost 5 years of experience treating and caring for a complex and niche population of patients. Skilled in a variety of specialized nursing skills. Reliable team player who collaborates well with all members of the team. Excels in critical thinking and adapting to changing situations. Committed to compassionate care of all patients.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, OH
09.2021 - Current
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care.
Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to physicians.
Educated patients and families on health management, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed care on complicated, critical patients at various stages of their care.
Triaged unstable patients directly on admission to the hospital.
Trained on CRRT and utilized it for a number of critical patients.
Trained on Cortrak insertion, and management of Corpak tubes.
Worked with new and experimental drug therapies and wound management systems.
Guest Attendant
Akron Children's Hospital
Akron, OH
08.2019 - 09.2021
Delivered exceptional customer service to patients and families in high-pressure environments.
Assisted in coordinating patient flow, ensuring timely access to care and resources.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of waiting areas, enhancing patient experience.
Provided information and guidance on hospital services, improving visitor satisfaction ratings.
Canal Boat Captain
City of Canal Fulton
Canal Fulton, OH
05.2018 - 09.2019
Managed crew assignments, optimizing team performance during daily operations.
Developed training programs for new crew members, fostering skill development and safety awareness.
Collaborated with city officials to plan and execute community events on waterways, enhancing public engagement.
Analyzed operational processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements for service delivery.
Improved crew morale with effective leadership techniques that fostered teamwork while addressing individual needs or concerns promptly.
Conducted informative tours for passengers, sharing knowledge about local history, wildlife, and points of interest.
Canal Boat Operator
City of Canal Fulton
Canal Fulton, OH
05.2014 - 05.2018
Operated a replica canal boat to conduct historical tours for the general public.
Collaborated with team members to enhance safety protocols and efficiency.
Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety standards.
Implemented process improvements to reduce downtime and increase productivity.
Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Akron
Akron, OH
05-2021
High School Diploma -
Jackson High School
Massillon
05-2015
Skills
Direct patient care of complex burn patients, including fluid resuscitation
Medication and IV administration
Complex wound care
Management of critical patients, including titration of medications, caring for airway compromise, and using critical thinking in emergent situations
Emergency care and triaging of fresh burns
Management and administration of CRRT
Placement of Corpak devices
Management and care of patients with airway compromise, including BiPAP, Vapotherm, and Intubated/Ventilated
Accomplishments
Earned Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America
Traveled to Sierra Leone in 2024 on a medical mission trip to provide care to marginalized communities
Attended NTI Critical Care Nursing conference in 2025
Volunteered with Royal Family Kids camp to serve children in the foster care system