Mary Peterson
Killeen,TX
Summary
Offers strong commitment to providing exceptional patient care. Works well in fast-paced environments managing multiple tasks and providing timely treatments and support. Possesses solid understanding of nursing principles, patient advocacy and evidence-based practices. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level nursing position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Intern
Lakeland Regional Health
08.2023 - Current
- Promoted a safe and clean environment, adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Handled specimen collection and prepared for transport to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Patient Care Assistant
Lakeland Regional Health
12.2018 - 08.2023
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills by collaborating effectively with colleagues and other healthcare professionals to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
Crew Member
Chick-Fil-A
05.2016 - 01.2019
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Maintained high-quality food preparation standards, adhering to company guidelines for safety and cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Lakeland, FL08.2024
Associates degree - Liberal Arts
Polk State College
Lakeland, FL08.2022
Skills
- BLS CPR Certified
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Electronic Charting
- Mobility Assistance
- Infection Control
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Nurse Intern
Lakeland Regional Health
08.2023 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Lakeland Regional Health
12.2018 - 08.2023
Crew Member
Chick-Fil-A
05.2016 - 01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Associates degree - Liberal Arts
Polk State College