Hi, I’m
Samantha Burgess
Graham,North Carolina
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering 3 years of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. I am team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering by Saxapahaw General Store Saxapahaw, NC
Waitress
04.2017 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
- Supervised dining table set-up to prepare for diversity of event types, following strict service standards.
Saxapahaw General StoreSaxapahaw, NC
Front of House Team Leader
08.2015 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Created a system to ensure that everyone works together to accomplish essential tasks by priority.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Cone Health SystemGreensboro, North Carolina
Nursing Technician
07.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Ensured overall well-being of patients by providing emotional support during difficult times, fostering connections with their personal values, goals, and preferences related to their care plans.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the healthcare setting by effectively addressing concerns raised by patients or family members about their loved ones'' treatment plans or progressions.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Demonstrated competency in the utilization of various medical equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and infusion pumps for accurate patient assessments and treatments.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Southern Alamance High School, Graham, North Carolina
High School Diploma
2015
University Overview
- Member of the National Technical Honor Society
- Received ServSafe Certification
- Majored in Math
- Graduated with 3.4 GPA
Skills
- Special allergen concerns
- Powerful negotiator
- Marketing familiarity
- Safety and sanitation training
- Effective managerial techniques
- Order processing
- Budgeting and finance
- Keen eye for detail
- Self-motivated
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCompany CultureCertification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Nursing Technician
Cone Health System
07.2021 - Current
Waitress
Catering by Saxapahaw General Store
04.2017 - 03.2022
Front of House Team Leader
Saxapahaw General Store
08.2015 - 03.2022
Southern Alamance High School
High School Diploma
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