Mary Spare
Brighton
Summary
Compassionate and practical nursing student set to graduate from Grand Rapids Community College in May 2026, with the NCLEX-PN examination scheduled for June 2026. Equipped with hands-on experience in rehabilitation, long-term care, women's health, pediatric care, neurological rehabilitation, medication administration, and phlebotomy. Seeking a hospital-based LPN position in Yuma, Arizona, to leverage clinical skills and further develop expertise in acute care nursing. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and contributing positively to the healthcare team.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Caregiver/Medication Passer
Private Home Caregiver
Private Caregiver
Synergy Home Care
Yuma, Arizona
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered individualized in-home patient care and support.
- Delivered compassionate in-home care to enhance clients' daily living experiences.
- Supported clients with personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and medication management.
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities to promote mental and emotional well-being.
Caregiver/Medication Passer
Caretel Inns of Brighton
Brighton, Michigan
06.2021 - 06.2025
- Assisted residents with ADLs, medication administration, and patient care.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Phlebotomist
BioLife Plasma Services
Walker, MI
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Collected and processed patient samples for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Maintained accurate records of patient interactions and sample handling procedures.
- Adhered to safety protocols while managing biohazardous materials during collection.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper phlebotomy techniques and equipment usage.
Phlebotomist
BioLife Plasma Services
Walker, Michigan
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed venipuncture procedures and monitored patient safety.
Tanning Consultant
Chili Pepper's Tanning
Brighton, MI
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided personalized tanning consultations to assess client skin types and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of tanning equipment and salon environment.
- Educated clients on safe tanning practices and proper aftercare techniques.
Tanning Consultant
Tropitan Tanning Salon
Brighton, Michigan
09.2018 - 09.2019
Education
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI05.2026
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School
Brighton05.2020
Skills
- Full-body evaluations
- Medication administration
- Vital signs evaluation and documentation
- Electronic medical record documentation
- Infection control
- Wound care management
- Patient education
- Phlebotomy/venipuncture
- Mobility assistance/transfers
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Foley catheter care
- NG tube management skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dementia care
Certification
- NCLEX-PN Scheduled: June 2026
- Michigan LPN Licensure Pending
- Arizona Licensure Planned Upon Relocation
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- Medication Passing Certification
Timeline
Private Caregiver
Synergy Home Care
05.2025 - 08.2025
Phlebotomist
BioLife Plasma Services
02.2024 - 01.2025
Phlebotomist
BioLife Plasma Services
02.2024 - 01.2025
Caregiver/Medication Passer
Caretel Inns of Brighton
06.2021 - 06.2025
Tanning Consultant
Chili Pepper's Tanning
09.2018 - 09.2019
Tanning Consultant
Tropitan Tanning Salon
09.2018 - 09.2019
Caregiver/Medication Passer
Private Home Caregiver
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -
Grand Rapids Community College
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School