M E L I S S A A L FA R O

EDUCATION
Bon Secours Memorial College of Nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing May 2017.

Virginia Commonwealth University. Pre-Nursing 2012-2013.

George Mason University. Pre-Nursing 2010-2012.

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
Progressive Care Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center
Midlothian, VA
200+ hour clinical immersion
Provided nursing care for patients under the supervision of an RN, demonstrating skills
such as wound care, establishing IVs, drawing blood, inserting Foley catheters and
nasogastric tubes, administering IV, IM, SQ and PO medications and documenting
findings in Connect Care.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide culturally competent and
patient centered care

WORK EXPERIENCE
2007-present Bartender/Assistant Closing Manager- Richmond Country Club
Manakin-Sabot, VA

Worked all positions including banquet serving, bussing, serving, and bartending,
working up to managerial duties.
Served people of all backgrounds and a built strong rapport, while managing a fast
paced work environment.
Trained new employees in all non-managerial positions in dining area.
Performed as acting closing manager up to 4 nights a week.
Gained leadership experience by managing teams of people dedicated to fine dining
service.

2016-present Bartender Kabana Rooftop

Richmond, VA
Served clients of many backgrounds and different socioeconomic statuses.
Collaborated with managers as well as other teams dedicated to dining experience to
ensure excellent guest experience.
Worked in a high-volume, fast paced environment requiring multitasking and
exceptional communication with both guests and coworkers.

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
 Crisis Text Line, 2017 to present. A remote counseling service operated online through a
chat forum for 4 hours a week, working with people of all ages requiring emotional support
in active crises such as domestic violence, abuse, suicidal ideations, and depression.

Richmond Raiders Pro Indoor Cheerleader, 2013-2016. A dance team fully immersed in the
community dedicated to promote the morale of the team and to interact with people of all
socioeconomic backgrounds.

References available upon request