Skylar Leatherman
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Compassionate and motivated soon to be Registered Nurse with hands-on clinical/work experience. Seeking a RN role with the ability to contribute strong communication, mindful critical thinking, and intentional care to enhance patient outcomes. Known for people-first mindset, professional leadership mindset, and commitment to excellence and reliability of responsibilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Center Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2025 - Current
- Provided flexible, cross-unit clinical support as a float/resource technician, adapting quickly to varying patient populations, workflows, and acuity levels to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous patient care.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, call lights, and safety concerns while assisting with transfers, ambulation, and positioning, and monitoring/documenting vital signs, blood glucose levels, intake/output, and patient status with timely escalation of changes to nursing staff.
- Delivered compassionate, empathetic care by actively listening to patients, offering emotional support, and advocating for comfort, dignity, and individualized needs during vulnerable moments.
Nanny/Babysitter
Child Care
Batavia, IL & Grand Rapids, MI
05.2019 - Current
- Provided nurturing care and support for children, fostering a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed and implemented educational activities to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
Manager
Cookie Dough Bliss
Geneva, IL
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed daily operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, customer service oversight, inventory control, and cash handling to ensure smooth, efficient business performance.
- Created a positive, engaging customer experience by delivering friendly service, anticipating needs, resolving issues efficiently, and encouraging ongoing loyalty.
- Accepted direct hands-on training from owners with eagerness to learn followed by application of best practices in daily operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI05-2026
High School Diploma - undefined
Batavia High School
Batavia, IL05.2022
Skills
- Dependable and work-oriented
- Organized and flexible
- Empathetic and adaptable
- Independent and collaborative
Timeline
Resource Center Nurse Technician
Corewell Health
05.2025 - Current
Manager
Cookie Dough Bliss
03.2020 - 04.2022
Nanny/Babysitter
Child Care
05.2019 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
Batavia High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Leadership & Involvement
- Immersion/Leadership Clinical on 7 Center (Postpartum Mom/Baby) at Corewell Health
- Critical Care: Infants & Child Course and Clinical at Corewell Health (NICU) and Helen Devos Childrens Hospital (PICU)
- Campus Ministry at GVSU Leadership Intern (2023-current)
- Service Trips (leader of 2 trips to St. Thomas USVI and attendee to Nicaragua, Virginia, and Tennessee)
- International Nursing Volunteer Service Trip (Kenya, Africa)
AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Registered Nurse Expected June 2026, Certified Nursing Assistant, Zari Scholarship Recipiant