
Compassionate and motivated nursing professional with extensive patient care experience in postpartum and long-term care settings. Currently enrolled in the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program at Trident Technical College. BLS certified with strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and commitment to patient-centered care. Recognized for reliability, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced healthcare environments.
• Provide direct care to postpartum patients following vaginal and cesarean deliveries.
• Monitor and document vital signs and patient recovery progress.
• Assist RNs with newborn hearing screenings and routine newborn care.
• Assisted postpartum patients with proper latch techniques, positioning, and feeding/pumping schedules
• Perform accurate electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
• Promote patient comfort, safety, and education during recovery.
• Led implementation of regional takeout program, improving sales performance.
• Trained and mentored staff across multiple locations.
• Managed marketing initiatives and consistently exceeded sales goals.
Administrative Assistant / Server / Bartender/Hostess
Outback Steakhouse, Springfield, IL
January 2005 – May 2015
• Managed vendor relations, scheduling, invoicing, and inventory coordination.
• Maintained financial accuracy and accountability.
• Trained new employees on corporate policies and service standards.
• Provided comprehensive patient care in supportive living setting.
• Monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels.
• Assisted with medication reminders and ADLs.
• Communicated patient status changes to nursing staff.
Postpartum & Maternal-Newborn Care
Vital Signs & Glucose Monitoring
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Patient Safety & Infection Control
Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
Clinical Communication
Leadership & Staff Training
Time Management & Multitasking
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Vein Puncture Course Roper St. Francis