Mary Assumpta Uche
Perler Dental
Long Island,NY
1
Certification
3
years of professional experience
Compassionate and highly motivated Student Practical Nurse preparing for NCLEX-PN licensure and seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse position within a progressive, patient-focused medical facility. Completed 150 hours of supervised clinical training across medical-surgical, geriatric, behavioral health, pediatric, and long-term care settings, reinforced by three-plus years of hands-on healthcare experience as a home health care assistant, dental assistant, and pharmacy technician. Skilled in medication administration, physical assessment, wound care, and infection control, with a proven ability to build trust and deliver safe, high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Work History
Dental Assistant
1 Year- Assisted the dental team in 10–12 procedures daily, anticipating provider needs and ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout treatment.
- Maintained sterile treatment environments and followed strict infection-control protocols, achieving zero OSHA violations.
- Calmed anxious patients and built trust through empathetic, clear communication.
Home Health Care Assistant (PCA)
1 Year- Assisted homebound clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Monitored clients for changes in condition and reported concerns to the supervising nurse, supporting safe continuity of care in the home.
- Provided compassionate companionship while preserving each client's dignity, privacy, and independence.
Pharmacy Technician
1 Year 10 Months- Filled and dispensed prescriptions with precision, verifying brand/generic equivalence and accurately interpreting provider orders.
- Prepared sterile and non-sterile compounds and handled controlled substances in full compliance with state and federal pharmaceutical laws.
- Communicated with patients, pharmacists, and prescribers while processing insurance claims and resolving coverage issues.
Education
Practical Nursing Program
- Candidate for the NCLEX-PN Examination (August 2026)
- Coursework: Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pharmacology & Medication Administration, Maternal-Child & Pediatric Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Gerontology, Nutrition, and Anatomy & Physiology
Skills
Patient Care & Safety
Medication Administration
Physical Assessment & Vital Signs
Wound Care & Dressing Changes
Therapeutic Communication & De-escalation
Patient Advocacy & ADL Support
Infection Control & PPE Compliance
Care Plan Implementation
Team collaboration
Certification
- CPR / BLS Certification (AHA), Current
- Fire Safety & Infection Control Training (2025)
- Eligible for NCLEX-PN Examination (August 2026)
- HIPAA Privacy & Security Trained
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Perler Dental
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Home Health Care Assistant (PCA)
Community Home Health Care
01.2024 - 01.2025Read More
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2022 - 04.2024Read More
Eastern Suffolk School of Practical Nursing
Practical Nursing Program
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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Medical-Surgical: South Shore University Hospital, Bay Shore, 36 hours
- Nursing Fundamentals: Momentum, 30 hours
- Geriatrics: Oasis Rehabilitation & Nursing, 24 hours
- Mental Health: Tecumseh Elementary School, 12 hours
- Pediatrics: Brookhaven Learning Center, 12 hours
- Clinical Responsibilities:
- Delivered total patient care according to each individualized plan of care, including hygiene, mobility, positioning, and comfort measures.
- Administered oral, topical, and injectable medications under RN supervision, consistently verifying the rights of medication administration.
- Performed head-to-toe assessments, monitored vital signs, and reported changes in patient condition, escalating concerns to the charge nurse in a timely manner.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes while adhering to strict infection-control and PPE protocols.
- Built therapeutic rapport with patients using active listening, empathy, and de-escalation techniques.