Mya Stringer
Troy,AL
Summary
Dedicated nursing student currently working towards Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. Solid understanding of role of nurses in interdisciplinary environments. Excellent clinical and people skills. Proven to excel in patient care and team collaboration, my tenure at Baptist South Medical Center honed my clinical judgment, patient care, medication administration and vital signs monitoring skills. With a commitment to ethical practice and health promotion, I bring a results-driven approach to nursing, equipped with advanced BLS certification, ACLS certification, and PALS certification . Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Apprentice
Baptist South Medical Center
Montgomery, AL
02.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe patient environment, adhering to infection control protocols and minimizing risks for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Built trust among patients'' families through empathetic listening, open communication channels about their loved ones'' progressions throughout treatment.
- Enhanced patient recovery by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to the supervising nurse.
- Reduced instances of medication errors by diligently maintaining accurate records of administered medications.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, resulting in increased efficiency and improved workflow.
- Promoted patient safety by promptly identifying potential hazards or concerns within the clinical setting and addressing them accordingly.
- Developed critical thinking skills through active participation in team huddles, case conferences, and debriefings after complex cases or incidents.
- Improved patient comfort by assisting with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
- Collaborated closely alongside interdisciplinary team members in order to ensure that all aspects of healthcare needs were being met efficiently and holistically.
- Achieved high patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients during clinical rotations.
- Assisted with wound care management, ensuring proper healing and preventing complications such as infection or delayed recovery times.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by delivering comprehensive handoff reports to oncoming nurses or student nurse apprentices about each assigned patient''s current status.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Personal Shopper
Walmart
Troy, AL
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing any issues or concerns promptly, maintaining a positive reputation as a Personal Shopper.
- Loaded groceries into customer's vehicles.
- Collaborated with store managers and sales associates to ensure seamless integration of personal shopping services within the retail environment.
- Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
- Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
Cashier
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
Troy, AL
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
Student Helper
Crenshaw County Board Of Education
Highland Home, AL
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Enhanced student experiences on field trips by providing additional supervision and guidance during off-campus excursions.
- Enriched learning experiences for students with special needs by providing one-on-one support under faculty supervision.
- Sustained a positive school atmosphere by participating in various committees and supporting extracurricular activities, fostering a strong sense of community among students and staff.
- Strengthened communication between students, parents, faculty members by answering phone calls promptly, professionally addressing inquiries or concerns.
- Assisted teachers with classroom preparation for optimal learning environments.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating punctuality, responsibility, and respectful behavior at all times.
- Boosted academic support services availability by proctoring study halls for students seeking extra help with coursework or test preparation.
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
- Conducted weekly review sessions to help students prepare for exams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy University
Troy, AL12.2024
High School Diploma -
Highland Home High School
Highland Home05.2019
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Promotion
- Ethical Practice
- Punctual and Reliable
- Medication Administration (Oral, IV, Injection etc)
- Patient Care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Team Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Personal Care
- Nursing Assessments
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Pain assessment
- Patient Education
- Wound Care
- End of life care
- Patient Assessments
- Wound Management
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Emergency Response
- Discharge Planning
- Critical Thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Documentation
- First Aid
- Tracheostomy Care
- Preventive health
Accomplishments
Received recognition from Troy University for earning a spot on the Provost's list for maintaining a 3.7 GPA for the 2023 fall semester, and earned a spot on the Chancellor's list for maintaining a 4.0 GPA for the 2024 spring semester.
Certification
- Licensed Student Nurse Apprentice
- Certified in BLS, ACLS, and PALS
Timeline
Student Nurse Apprentice
Baptist South Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
Personal Shopper
Walmart
04.2021 - 01.2022
Cashier
Piggly Wiggly Supermarket
07.2020 - 04.2021
Student Helper
Crenshaw County Board Of Education
08.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Troy University
High School Diploma -
Highland Home High School