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MARY JO SKELTON

High Point, NC 27265


336-471-0528 - [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Driven and hardworking veteran Mother/Baby and Pediatric Registered Nurse bringing
exceptional patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise.
Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency
response experience. Bringing 38-year record of success in nursing and desiring
bedside position with inpatient facility.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS
 Supervised team of six or more staff members as a lead nurse.
 Functioned as house supervisor on an as needed basis.
 Chairman of Pediatric Diabetes Educational Program from inception.
 Created a program for children with diabetes and their families to provide
education and support while volunteering with the endocrinology department of
Brenner Children's Hospital.
 Member of the Safety Committee and instrumental in the writing of policies and
procedures to aid in the safety of all pediatric patients.
 Worked along side doctors and fellow nurses to ensure ethical treatment of
pediatric patients as a member of the Ethics Committee.

SKILLS
-Mother/Baby -Medical/Surgical
-Pediatric Team Leader -Total Joint Postoperative
-Neonatal Team Leader
WORK HISTORY
04/2020 to Current Home Health Care Provider
Private Duty Nursing – Lexington, NC
 Assisted pediatric patient with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to
overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
 Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
 Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to
appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
 Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden
on family members.
 Employer- Katelyn Glosson (336) 309-1689

06/1985 to 04/2020 Staff Nurse


Novant Health Thomasville Medical Center – Thomasville, NC
 Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored
responses.
 Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation,
appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
 Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway
management.
 Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and
support accurate treatments.
 Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign
monitoring and specimen collection.
 Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care,
continuing care and discharge instructions.
 Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.

EDUCATION
05/1985 Associate of Applied Science: Nursing
Davidson County Community College - Thomasville, NC
 Dean's List

CERTIFICATIONS
 Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification - 1987-2020
 Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification - 1990-2020
 Low Risk Neonatal Certification - 1995-2022
 Basic Life Support Certification - 1985-2023
 Licensed Registered Nurse - 1985-present

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
During my career I've chaired various volunteer programs to aid children and their
families who were suffering from extreme illnesses. Also, I have volunteered with
Anchor of Hope to help victims of modern day slavery become independent.

LANGUAGES
spanish american sign language
Limited Working Elementary

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