MARK A. EVANS
Altamonte Springs
Summary
Experienced CNA with over 6 years of proven success in patient care, leadership, staff development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently completing an Associate of Science in Nursing at Seminole State College with extensive clinical experience in surgical, cardiac, and progressive care settings. Seeking to transition into a Registered Nurse role with a focus on critical care and cardiovascular nursing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dedicated Education Unit (DEU), Surgical PCU
Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital
- Provided direct patient care for post-surgical progressive care patients under RN supervision.
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and reported changes in patient condition.
- Administered oral medications, subcutaneous injections, scheduled medications, and PRN medications following medication safety principles.
- Documented assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes using Epic electronic health records.
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Completed 12 hours of ICU shadowing, observing advanced hemodynamic monitoring and critical care nursing practices.
Cardiac PCU
AdventHealth Altamonte Springs
- Provided care for patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions in a progressive care environment.
- Interpreted basic EKG rhythms and participated in cardiac monitoring activities.
- Observed cardiac catheterization procedures and post-procedure patient management.
GI Surgery PCU
AdventHealth Orlando
- Provided nursing care for patients recovering from gastrointestinal surgical procedures.
- Assisted with post-operative assessments, pain management evaluation, and patient education.
- Monitored patients for complications and communicated findings to supervising nurses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support safe recovery and discharge planning.
- Completed 12 hours of operating room shadowing, observing perioperative nursing practices, sterile technique, and surgical workflows.
Certified Nursing Assistant: Ortho Spine Unit
ORLANDO HEALTH: HEALTH CENTRAL
OCOEE, FL
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with nurses to monitor post-operative orthopedic patients and support recovery goals.
- Serve in a Lead Tech role by organizing unit workflow, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring adherence to policies and procedures.
- Train and mentor newly hired CNAs and support staff.
- Monitor vital signs, perform safety rounds, and assist with activities of daily living.
- Serve as Unit Secretary by preparing and breaking down charts, coordinating admissions, preparing rooms, greeting and orienting patients, completing staffing assignments, and maintaining assignment boards.
Operations Specialist: Client Reporting
CHARLES SCHWAB
ORLANDO, FL
01.2013 - 01.2019
Registered Representative
CHARLES SCHWAB
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
01.2010 - 01.2013
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE – School of Nursing
Altamonte Springs, FL01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Management
PURDUE UNIVERSITY – Krannert School of Management
West Lafayette, IN01-2010
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Active listening
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Exp. 5/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association – Exp. 5/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association – 2026
- Patient Advocacy & Support
- Epic Charting
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring
- Cardiac Monitoring
- EKG Interpretation
- Communication
- Privacy/HIPAA Regulation
- Infection Control
- Leadership
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant: Ortho Spine Unit
ORLANDO HEALTH: HEALTH CENTRAL
01.2019 - Current
Operations Specialist: Client Reporting
CHARLES SCHWAB
01.2013 - 01.2019
Registered Representative
CHARLES SCHWAB
01.2010 - 01.2013
Dedicated Education Unit (DEU), Surgical PCU
Orlando Health Lake Mary Hospital
Cardiac PCU
AdventHealth Altamonte Springs
GI Surgery PCU
AdventHealth Orlando
Bachelor of Science - Management
PURDUE UNIVERSITY – Krannert School of Management
Associate of Science - Nursing
SEMINOLE STATE COLLEGE – School of Nursing