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Taylor Nickens

Nursing Student
Utica,MI

Summary

Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and efficiency. Demonstrated success in effectively delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.

Overview

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1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Server

Penny Black
Rochester, MI
11.2019 - Current
  • Collaborated with kitchen team to support order preparation, manage efficient deliveries and minimize customer service issues by verifying meals.
  • Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
  • Checked identification to enforce age regulations for alcoholic beverages.
  • Helped customers place orders, explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.

Nursing Student

Baker College
Auburn Hills, Michigan
08.2019 - Current
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Updated patient charts using Epic with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
  • Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols.
  • Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
  • Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care using Epic.

Respite Caregiver

Lifelong Advocacy
Mt. Clemens, Michigan
07.2013 - 02.2015
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.
  • Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Baker College
Auburn Hills, MI
08.2019 - Current

Skills

Hospitality service expertise

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Certification

First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Server

Penny Black
11.2019 - Current

Nursing Student

Baker College
08.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Baker College
08.2019 - Current

First Aid/CPR Certified

08-2019

Respite Caregiver

Lifelong Advocacy
07.2013 - 02.2015
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