Seeking acceptance into the Accelerated Nursing Program this fall at New Jersey City University.

  Compassionate professional with excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with individuals and their families and gain their trust, confidence and respect.

  Work and academic history of consistently exceeding performance goals and leading by example.

  Showcased passion for animals by creating and growing a pet sitting and dog walking business.

  Valuable, hands-on experience communicating effectively with individuals from all walks of life.

Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Nursing, Brookdale Community College Lincroft, NJ; since Jan. 2016

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology, Boston University Boston, MA; earned May 2000

Completed some graduate coursework in Education, Monmouth University Long Branch, NJ

Owner, River Run Pet Sitters, LLC Shrewsbury, NJ Month Year-Present

  Demonstrated strong listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills while building and growing rapport with key stakeholders, including clients and co-workers.

  Earned Best of Monmouth County recognition annually since 2010 for providing stellar customer service.

  Gained the trust, confidence and respect of community members to grow this pet sitting and dog walking business from zero customers to more than 300, and hired more than 15 team members.

  Showcased excellent mentoring and training skills by educating team members on best practices of building positive communications with dog owners and their pets.

  Created an employee handbook that assists team members with exceeding customer expectations.

  Communicated effectively with medical professionals such as veterinarians.

Senior Account Executive, Broadridge Financial Services Apr. 2003-Oct. 2008

  Developed strong relationships with customers as well as colleagues.

  Earned President s Club honors three consecutive years for outstanding performance.

  Displayed a unique ability to develop and execute oral presentations before key stakeholders.

  Showcased stellar leadership skills while managing a team of junior account executives.

  Contributed to interviewing candidates for employment and hiring staff that were an ideal fit.

  Established training manuals and methods for new employees, which assisted with improving their efforts.

Volunteer Dog Adoption Counselor, Monmouth County Society of Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA)