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Teresa Kabo

Fairfax,VA

Summary

To gain acceptance into William & Mary's Online M.Ed. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling program. Given my nursing background, I am an exceptional candidate to work as a counselor in the perinatal space, and I would make an excellent addition to the clinical mental health counselor cohort.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Development Specialist

Virginia Hospital Center
Arlington, Virginia
03.2020 - Current
  • Identified areas of improvement within existing processes or procedures based on employee feedback.
  • Provided guidance on career planning and development strategies for staff members.
  • Suggested and offered specific training programs to help staff maintain or improve job skills.
  • Maintained records of all training activities including attendance logs and evaluations.
  • Scheduled classes based on availability of classrooms, equipment or instructors.

Registered Nurse

Virginia Hospital Center
Arlington, Virginia
03.2015 - 03.2020
  • Instructed new parents in infant feeding techniques, bathing, dressing and diapering.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments prescribed by physicians for postpartum conditions such as depression or hypertension.
  • Identified potential complications resulting from pregnancy or delivery that require further intervention or evaluation.
  • Provided comprehensive care to postpartum patients including assessment of newborns.

Accreditation Associate

National Association of Schools of Music, Art, Theatre, and Dance
Reston, Virginia
02.2007 - 03.2016
  • Provided advice and support on matters pertaining to regulatory standards governing accredited programs operated by the organization.
  • Evaluated physical and digital records to determine compliance with expectations of the onsite visits.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Built positive working relationships with institutions through effective communication.
  • Organized site visits to assess institution compliance with accreditation standards.
  • Created and managed training classes to educate onsite visit volunteers regarding compliance concerns.

Registered Nurse

Family Allergy Center
Haymarket, Virginia
10.2013 - 03.2015
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Northern Virginia Community College
Springfield, VA
05.2013

Bachelor of Music - Music Education

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
12.2005

Skills

  • Hospital Clinical Excellence in Nursing award: 2018
  • Hospital Clinical Excellence in Nursing award: 2021
  • Certified Nurse: Maternal Newborn Nursing (RNC-MNN)
  • Volunteer Climb Leader for Postpartum Support International: 2023, 2024
  • Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C)
  • Certified in Neonatal Resuscitation
  • BLS Certified
  • Virginia Nursing License
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Patient safety
  • Postpartum depression screening
  • Health promotion
  • Ethical practice
  • Family support
  • Peer support

Timeline

Staff Development Specialist

Virginia Hospital Center
03.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse

Virginia Hospital Center
03.2015 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse

Family Allergy Center
10.2013 - 03.2015

Accreditation Associate

National Association of Schools of Music, Art, Theatre, and Dance
02.2007 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

James Madison University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Northern Virginia Community College

Bachelor of Music - Music Education

James Madison University

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