Payton Kinder
Haverhill
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated senior nursing student with a robust background in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination within fast-paced environments. Demonstrates exceptional ability to remain calm under pressure while effectively managing challenging patients and high-stress situations. Strong relationships with patients and families are consistently fostered through empathetic communication, a respectful demeanor, and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centered care. Eager to leverage clinical skills and a compassionate approach to contribute positively to a healthcare team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preceptorship
Lahey Burlington ER
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Provided emergency care for patients suffering from stroke, myocardial infarctions, and hypoglycemic episodes.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries and thoracic trauma.
Nursing Peer Mentor
Merrimack College
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
Nurse Assessor: Research Assistant
Umass Chan Medical School
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted patient assessments for research studies, enhancing data accuracy and reliability.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary research teams, facilitating seamless communication and data sharing to support study objectives and timelines.
- Cultivated strong partnerships within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring cohesive research efforts.
- Participated in weekly meetings and project presentations.
FYE Mentor
Merrimack College
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
- Served as role model for mentees by demonstrating strong values and ethical standards.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Provided guidance on how best to navigate through challenging situations both inside and outside of school environments.
CNA
Whiter Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2022
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Merrimack College
North Andover, MA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School
Haverhill, MA06-2022
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection control standards
- Patient assessments
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV setup, care, and removal
- Catheter placement, care, and removal
- Basic nursing care
- Medication administration
- Clinical judgment
- Epic EMR software
Certification
- CPR Training - AHA, Renewed 2025
- Dementia Training - Merrimack College, 2024
Timeline
Preceptorship
Lahey Burlington ER
05.2025 - 08.2025
Nursing Peer Mentor
Merrimack College
09.2024 - 01.2025
Nurse Assessor: Research Assistant
Umass Chan Medical School
03.2024 - 06.2024
FYE Mentor
Merrimack College
08.2023 - 12.2023
CNA
Whiter Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Merrimack College
High School Diploma -
Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School
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