Mariam Colindres-Malik
Largo
Summary
Motivated second-semester nursing student seeking a Patient Care Technician position in a pediatric setting. Experienced in providing safe, attentive care to children in fast-paced environments and skilled in communication, safety monitoring, and supporting patient needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
St. Petersburg College Nursing Program
Pinellas Park, FL
08.2025 - 05.2027
- - Provided direct patient care in a medical-surgical setting, including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and patient safety interventions
- - Participated in mother-baby (postpartum) clinical rotation, assisting with maternal and newborn care
- - Gained exposure to labor and delivery, observing patient care and unit workflow
- - Observed perioperative care after accompanying a patient to the operating room
- - Applied infection control practices, PPE use, and therapeutic communication in clinical settings
- - Completed 120+ hours of clinical training in medical-surgical and maternal-newborn settings
- - Experience providing care to pediatric and adult populations in clinical and childcare settings
After School Care Teacher
Indian Rocks Baptist Church
Largo, FL
12.2023 - Current
- - Provided direct supervision and care for up to 29 children, ensuring safety and well-being at all times
- - Delivered first aid for minor injuries including head impacts, nosebleeds, and episodes of vomiting
- - Supported children with minor illnesses and injuries, ensuring comfort and appropriate response
- - Assessed children for changes in condition and escalated concerns appropriately
- - Completed incident reports and documentation following safety protocols
- - Communicated effectively with parents/guardians regarding injuries and care provided
- - Maintained continuous environmental awareness to monitor multiple activity areas and prevent safety risks
- - Performed headcounts and attendance verification during transitions to ensure accountability
- - Provided emotional support and reassurance using therapeutic communication techniques
- - Managed challenging parent interactions professionally while adhering to organizational policies
Summer Camp Teacher
Indian Rocks Baptist Church
Largo, FL
06.2024 - 07.2025
- Supervised and engaged typically fewer than 20 children in structured activities while maintaining a safe and organized environment
- Adapted activities for varying age groups, ensuring full participation and inclusion
- Supported children’s emotional and physical needs, including conflict resolution and reassurance
- Maintained constant supervision and situational awareness to prevent injuries and ensure safety
- Maintained accountability during transitions, ensuring all children were present and supervised
- Demonstrated reliability and strong performance by returning for multiple summer seasons
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
St. Petersburg College — College of Nursing
Pinellas Park, FL05-2027
Associate of Arts - AA
St. Petersburg College
Clearwater, FL05-2025
High School Diploma -
Indian Rocks Christian School
Largo, FL05-2024
Skills
- - Vital signs monitoring (BP, pulse, respirations, temperature)
- - Blood glucose monitoring (accuchecks)
- - Infection control and PPE
- - Patient safety and fall prevention
- - Therapeutic communication
- - Basic documentation and SBAR communication
- - Experience with electronic health record (EHR) systems including Epic and Cerner
- - Strong organizational skills in fast-paced environments
- - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, families, and team members
- - Highly responsible and dependable, maintaining accountability for safety and care
Accomplishments
- Invited to the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists
- Selected participant in Florida Girls State
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Languages
English — Native/Bilingual
Spanish — Professional Working Proficiency
Timeline
Nursing Student
St. Petersburg College Nursing Program
08.2025 - 05.2027
Summer Camp Teacher
Indian Rocks Baptist Church
06.2024 - 07.2025
After School Care Teacher
Indian Rocks Baptist Church
12.2023 - Current
Associate Degree in Nursing - ADN
St. Petersburg College — College of Nursing
Associate of Arts - AA
St. Petersburg College
High School Diploma -
Indian Rocks Christian School
Relevant Coursework
- - Health Concepts I & II
- - Pharmacology I & II
- - Professional Nursing I
Selected participant in Florida Girls State
Experienced in working with children in both after-school and summer camp settings, with a strong ability to build trust and communicate effectively. Fluent in English and proficient in Spanish, allowing for communication with diverse patient populations. Passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care, with a strong interest in pediatric nursing. Enjoy weightlifting and maintaining an active lifestyle, as well as baking, demonstrating discipline, consistency, and attention to detail.