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Jessica Pedersen

Baltimore,MD

Summary

I'm a Johns Hopkins University student with degrees in Biology and Spanish, and a to-be-awarded Masters in Nursing. I'm inquisitive, analytical, driven, and gregarious, and am eager to utilize my skills in becoming a Family Nurse Practitioner. I have

aspired to be a provider since I childhood in order to apply my passion for science to improve quality of life and bring equal and equitable healthcare to all. I plan to implement my Spanish fluency both here and abroad. I embody a strong work ethic as well as interpersonal and leadership skills developed through a breadth of experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Atlas Restaurant Group
10.2022 - Current
  • Gained customer service and communication skills, guest advocacy, interpersonal and cultural competence, teamwork, trust, professionalism, attention to detail, problem-solving skills
  • Learned how to prioritize efficiency yet create authentic guest experiences in a fast-paced, stressful, high-end dining environment
  • Learned allergens to ensure guest safety and dish adaptations to preference (on-the-spot thinking, creativity)
  • Demonstrated multitasking skills by handling multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service

Operations Manager

J.Crew
03.2014 - 08.2023
  • Gained customer service experience, interpersonal and cultural competence, problem-solving skills
  • Visually merchandized, executed charity events
  • Analyzed performance data, set store goals, supervised associates and empowered them to take ownership and accountability for improved outcomes
  • Completed store- and regional-level data reporting, inventory, supply chain operations, and business analysis

Medical Interpreter

Baltimore City Health Department
09.2015 - Current
  • Translated between Spanish-speaking patients and English-speaking providers at Family Planning Clinic for clear communication
  • Maintained confidentiality, provided nonjudgmental care
  • Secretary services included checking patients in, taking medical histories, entering data, filing, billing, running the desk, following up with patients
  • Discovered passion for working with underserved and disadvantaged communities

Intern

Krauss Dermatology
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Observed and set up medical procedures
  • Performed patient intake and medical histories
  • Learned how to interact professionally and sensitively with patients while gaining bedside manners
  • Gained hands-on experience in dermatology and outpatient setting

Tutor

InstaEDU
10.2014 - 05.2015
  • Tutored students from middle school to college with sciences, math, Spanish to excel academically
  • Learned patience and leadership, explained concepts in different ways, provided study habits and exam strategies
  • Assisted students in identifying strengths, weaknesses, passions, confidence

Vice President

JHU Shabbat Planning Committee
09.2015 - 05.2016
  • Planned and executed various Shabbat themes to deliver an enriching Sabbath experience for all guests
  • Learned team dynamics by leading while also being led
  • Gained interpersonal, cultural competence, communication, accountability

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing
Baltimore, MD
05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Molecular And Cellular Biology / Spanish

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD
05.2018

Skills

  • Adaptability, resilience, accountability
  • Integrity, compassion, empathy
  • Health promotion, patient education
  • Interprofessional collaboration
  • Communication, leadership
  • Critical thinking, prioritization
  • English Spanish fluency
  • Lab research experience

Timeline

Server

Atlas Restaurant Group
10.2022 - Current

Intern

Krauss Dermatology
06.2016 - 08.2016

Medical Interpreter

Baltimore City Health Department
09.2015 - Current

Vice President

JHU Shabbat Planning Committee
09.2015 - 05.2016

Tutor

InstaEDU
10.2014 - 05.2015

Operations Manager

J.Crew
03.2014 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Nursing

Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

Bachelor of Arts - Molecular And Cellular Biology / Spanish

Johns Hopkins University
Jessica Pedersen