Tami Sylvester
Lehi,Utah
Summary
Newly graduated registered nurse with a strong background in patient care, mentorship, and community service. My experiences as a student advocate and volunteer have strengthened my ability to support individuals in need, while clinical rotations and LPN experience have provided me with practical healthcare skills. Eager to apply my skills in a high-acuity hospital setting and grow as a part of a dedicated healthcare team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Capstone - Intensive Care Unit
St. Mark's Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Excelled in high-pressure, fast paced environments by staying calm and focused
- Mastered new skills quickly and adapted to changing situations and challenges
- Analyzed problems using critical thinking and implemented effective solutions
- Stepped in proactively to support my preceptor and colleagues, becoming a reliable asset to the team by filling gaps and helping wherever needed
Registered Nursing Student
Joyce University Clinicals- Utah Valley Regional Hospital
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Skills- Health assessment, vital signs, catheter care, nasogastric feedings, glucose testing, medication administration, neonatal care, IV insertions, EKG monitoring, CPR, code blue responses, patient education.
- Assisted in initial assessments in a fast-paced environment
- Observed and aided in the competent care and life-saving measures for high-acuity patients.
- Educated patients and families regarding their specific needs and instructions
Student Advocate
Vista Heights Middle School
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Worked closely with students to provide academic support by tutoring students in various subjects, helping them to improve grades and develop better study habits
- Assisted in conflict resolution and behavioral interventions by working with students to identify triggers, develop coping strategies, and improve decision-making skills.
- Mentored students by discussing personal challenges, fostering self-confidence, and guiding them in goal-setting and personal development
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and parents to create individualized action plans for students struggling academically or behaviorally.
Office Manager
McKinley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Recruited, hired, and trained new medical and facility staff
- Directed, supervised, and evaluated medical and clerical personnel
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times
- Coordinated balanced clinical office schedules for 18 clinical staff.
- Checked on employee work regularly to verify compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and office-specific standards governing quality patient care
- Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
- Communicated with patients with compassion and empathy
Licensed Practical Nurse
McKinley Orthopedic and Sports Medicine
01.2017 - 05.2019
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, cast care, and cast application
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers, and physicians during treatment, examination, and testing.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests, treatments, and explained procedures
- Delivered direct nursing care services such as cleaning and dressing wounds and coordinated discharge planning for patients with fractures, arthritis, and osteoporosis.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physicians during examination and treatment of patients.
Education
Registered Nursing -
Joyce University
Draper, UT08.2025
BSL Provider - undefined
American Heart Association
08.2025
Licensed Practical Nursing - undefined
Great Plains Technology Center
Lawton, Oklahoma01.2016
Skills
- Patient Care Delivery
- Communication
- Nursing Fundamentals
- Adaptability to Fast-Paced Environments
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Professional Etiquette
- Interdisciplinary Teams
Timeline
Capstone - Intensive Care Unit
St. Mark's Hospital
05.2025 - 06.2025
Registered Nursing Student
Joyce University Clinicals- Utah Valley Regional Hospital
09.2023 - 05.2025
Student Advocate
Vista Heights Middle School
01.2023 - 06.2023
Office Manager
McKinley Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
04.2017 - 05.2019
Licensed Practical Nurse
McKinley Orthopedic and Sports Medicine
01.2017 - 05.2019
BSL Provider - undefined
American Heart Association
Licensed Practical Nursing - undefined
Great Plains Technology Center
Registered Nursing -
Joyce University
Other leadership, management, and entrepreneurial activities
1999-2017 Increasing scope of responsibilities across various organizations
(Details available upon request)
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