Tara Okerayi
Summary
Strong communicator with excellent organizational and time management skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions. Works with a consistent positive attitude and is committed to producing high-quality work. Dedicated to finishing nursing school to hopefully pursue a career as a Labor and Delivery nurse.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Desk- Assistant
Lamar University Housing
01.2024 - Current
- Established and enforced residence hall policies and quiet hours to maintain safe and respectful living environment.
- Coordinated maintenance requests with appropriate staff members to address housing issues in a timely manner.
- Worked with other university staff and faculty to provide holistic and comprehensive student experience.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquires while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Resident Assistant
Lamar University
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
- Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
- Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
- Organized and hosted social and educational events for residents to foster meaningful connections and community spirit.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among roommates and neighbors by mediating discussions and proposing fair solutions.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving conflicts within the community.
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of restaurant to promote clean image.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
Customer Service, Summer Intern
Tantie Productions
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Answered phones, provided information and took messages.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication and task delegation among team members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
12.2024
Lone Star College Cy-Fair
01.2021
Langham Creek High School
01.2021
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Empathy
- File Management
- Records Management
- Active listening
- Approachable
- Multitasker
- Cautious
- Reliable
- Team Collaboration
Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteered at the South East Texas Food Bank, 2022- Current
- The Nightingale Experience, Jun. 2023
- Houston Legends Youth Soccer, served as a medical assistant 01/01/17- 2021
Extracurricular Activities
LUTSNA- Lamar University Texas Nursing Students' Association, Spring 2024- Fall 2024- Member
Chi Alpha- Served as a girls small group leader helping young girls in their walk with Christ, Fall 2021- Fall 2024
S.P.A.R.K.S - Special People Assisting Remarkable Kids Student Council
HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America
Fellowship Christian Athletes Key Club - volunteering club
Training
CPR Trained-2023
Vision and Hearing Screening- 2024
Clinical Experiences
Geriatric Care- Bonne Vie Nursing Care
Medical Surgical/ Telemetry- Baptist Hospital
Behavioral Health- Baptist Behavioral Health
Maternity and Pediatrics- Baptist Hospital
Specialty Units, Baptist Hospital:
Endoscopy
Operation Room
ER/Minor Care
PACU
Timeline
Desk- Assistant
Lamar University Housing
01.2024 - Current
Resident Assistant
Lamar University
08.2022 - 06.2023
Crew Member
McDonald's
10.2020 - 08.2021
Customer Service, Summer Intern
Tantie Productions
04.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lamar University
Lone Star College Cy-Fair
Langham Creek High School
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