Mary Kifarkis
Skokie,IL
Summary
Nurse who is concerned with the welfare of patients and providing optimal care. Skilled in establishing rapport with patients and comprehending their demands. Strong interpersonal and communication abilities to deliver exceptional care.
Hardworking and passionate nurse with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed incoming trauma victims quickly in collaboration with other healthcare providers for immediate life-saving measures.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and medical needs in the fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Educated families about medication management at home following hospitalization or discharge instructions post-procedure.
- Enhanced teamwork among staff through clear communication and collaboration in high-stress situations.
- Provided on-going education to patients regarding their medical conditions, diagnostic tests, procedures, medications, and preventive measures.
Nursing Student Extern
West Suburban Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Sales Associate
Swarovski
02.2019 - 03.2023
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Assisted in facilitating negotiations to settle disputes and reach mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
09.2023
High School Diploma -
Niles West
05.2018
Skills
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Time Management
- Multitasking Strengths
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Speaks 2 languages: Assyrian and Arabic
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- CPR Certification
- Patient Advocacy
- ACLS / BLS
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
assyrian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Emergency Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Nursing Student Extern
West Suburban Medical Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
Swarovski
02.2019 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Niles West
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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