Maria Berish
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Begin my professional career in health care, utilizing my strong communication, organizational skills and empathy to genuinely assist your company to achieve its future growth in patient care.
Dedicated and compassionate nursing student with a strong foundation in patient care and clinical practices. Currently enrolled in AND Program at ECPI University, where I have developed skills in patient assessment, care planning, and communication. Proven ability to work collaboratively in diverse healthcare settings, demonstrating a commitment to providing high-quality, empathetic care. Eager to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios and contribute positively to patient outcomes. Strong organizational skills and a passion for continuous learning in the nursing field.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
VHC Health
01.2017 - Current
- Participates in Mental Health, Trauma, Neonate- Geriatric care
- Efficient in Peripheral IV’s, EKG’s, Vitals, Bladder Scanning, Splints, Foley Removals
- Achieved USGIV
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when needed, de-escalating potentially dangerous situations effectively.
- Collected accurate patient information, helping to streamline the registration process and reduce errors.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency department, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, working alongside medical professionals to provide optimal care.
Wait Staff
Tim’s Rivershore and Crab House
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Welcomed patrons and customers, and suggested daily specials
- Selected to train new employees on to ensure the accuracy and quality of every orders
- Volunteered to assist in community storm cleanup projects/ fundraisers (Special Olympics, Polar Plunge, etc)
- Team Collaboration: Worked collaboratively with kitchen staff and fellow servers to ensure smooth operations during peak hours, improving service efficiency
- Customer Satisfaction: Consistently received positive feedback and high customer satisfaction ratings, contributing to repeat business and positive reviews
Wait Staff
TGI Fridays
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Ensured positive customer experience, service, and processed customer payments
- Trained and learned restaurant protocols, in a corporate chain restaurant
- Problem Solving: Successfully managed and resolved customer complaints and conflicts, maintaining a positive dining experience
- Multitasking Abilities: Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by effectively managing multiple tables and customer requests simultaneously during busy shifts
- Training and Mentorship: Trained new staff members on service protocols and menu knowledge, fostering a positive and knowledgeable team environment
- Maintained cleanliness in dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for customers.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
Education
Associate Degree - Nursing
Ecpi University
Manassas, VA02.2025
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies in Liberal Arts, Psychology and Biology, Sociology
Radford University
Radford, VA12.2016
Associate Degree - Social Sciences
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, VA05.2014
Skills
- Ability to prioritize work tasks
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Reliable with time management
- Emergency medical care (Trauma, stroke, cardiac, SEPSIS)
- Patient Transport
- Pediatric/ Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Emergency Care
- Aseptic Techniques
- Mental health care
- Bariatric Care
- Compassionate Care
- Wound Care
Certification
- BLS Certified, American Heart Association
- ACLS Certified, American Heart Association
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
VHC Health
01.2017 - Current
Wait Staff
Tim’s Rivershore and Crab House
06.2013 - 08.2015
Wait Staff
TGI Fridays
01.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies in Liberal Arts, Psychology and Biology, Sociology
Radford University
Associate Degree - Social Sciences
Northern Virginia Community College
- BLS Certified, American Heart Association
- ACLS Certified, American Heart Association
Associate Degree - Nursing
Ecpi University
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