Kara Mashburn
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing graduate excited to begin my nursing career in the cardiac field and further my clinical skills with the opportunity to provide patient-centered care on the Heart Failure Unit, where I can continue developing my clinical knowledge and skills while providing meaningful, patient-centered care. My experience as a Patient Care Assistant in an IMCU has strengthened my ability to care for higher-acuity patients, recognize changes in condition, and collaborate with the healthcare team. I believe nursing is what I am called to do and strive to take an extra step in caring for and advocating for every patient. I am eager to learn from experienced nurses, grow within the cardiac specialty, and continue my education while building a strong foundation as a new graduate RN. My long-term goal is to pursue a Master’s degree and become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Committed to continuing my education and providing the best care possible at every opportunity.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, Florida
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Supported patients with ADLs, mobility, repositioning, hygiene, and nutrition to promote comfort, dignity, and fall prevention.
- Delivered direct patient care to acutely ill and medically complex patients in intermediate care and step-down setting.
- Recorded vital signs accurately and reported changes in patient condition promptly to nursing team.
- Assisted nursing staff with specimen collection and laboratory draws while following patient identification and safety procedures.
- Supported bathing, toileting, feeding, repositioning, and mobility while maintaining patient dignity and safety.
Team Leader Manager
Chick-fil-A
Charlotte, NC | Vero Beach, FL | Tallahassee, FL
05.2012 - 01.2019
- Delegating tasks according to team members’ strengths, workload, and immediate operational needs.
- Prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously, adapting quickly to changing demands and unexpected situations.
- Trained, coached, and mentored new team members, providing constructive feedback and reinforcing established procedures and expectations.
- Monitored quality, cleanliness, and safety standards to promote a safe and well-organized work environment.
- Exhibited accountability, dependability, leadership, and professionalism as a role model for team members.
Server/Bartender
Restoration Hardware | Superica | Chuy's
Charlotte, North Carolina
03.2019 - 11.2025
- Cultivated strong interpersonal and customer-service skills through engagement with individuals from diverse backgrounds
- Maintained composure and professionalism during high-pressure shifts while swiftly adapting to evolving priorities
- Showed reliability by consistently completing assigned tasks and collaborating with team members when required. by handling responsibilities autonomously while acknowledging the need for teamwork.
- Partnered with a diverse team to ensure efficient problem resolution and service delivery.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - ADN Nursing Program
Central Piedmont Community College
Charlotte, NC12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FLSkills
Clinical expertise
- Compassionate Patient-focused care
- Monitoring vital signs
- Specimen collection methods
- Daily living activities support
- Fall prevention strategies
- Infection prevention measures
- Repositioning patients safely
- Clinical assessment basics
- EHR documentation proficiency
- Collaboration across disciplines
Professional skill set
- Compassionate patient interaction
- Strong communication abilities
- Collaborative teamwork approach
- Time management skills
- Prioritization and organization
- Detail-oriented mindset
- Adaptability and eagerness to learn
- Critical analysis skills
- Advocacy for patients' needs
- active listening and empathy
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
BLS Certification
Timeline
Server/Bartender
Restoration Hardware | Superica | Chuy's
03.2019 - 11.2025
Patient Care Assistant
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
10.2016 - 03.2018
Team Leader Manager
Chick-fil-A
05.2012 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - ADN Nursing Program
Central Piedmont Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biology, Chemistry
Florida State University