Mary Abena Danquah Amankwa

• I was trained on both the Pizza/Sandwich and Salad stations. I also work at both stations.
• Prepare high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service flow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Assist in training new team members on proper cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ensure consistent quality control by tasting dishes before serving to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Prepare multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
• Adapt quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
• Create identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

First semester (Fall 2023):- For my first clinical rotation, I was placed on the Stroke at University of Maryland Rehabilitation and Orthopedic Institute (UMROI). I was only allowed to observe the nurses since this was my first clinical rotation.

Second semester (Spring 2024):- I had two clinical rotations this semester. My first rotation was on the IMC unit at University of Maryland Medical Center Downtown Campus (UMMC). During this rotation, I was assigned one patient every week and I was responsible for their care. My responsibilities included performing health assessments and documenting my findings , assisting my patients with their Activities of Daily Living and medication administration under the supervision of my instructor. My second rotation was at Food and Care for All, a food pantry for low income individuals, families and immigrants in Ellicott City. At Food and Care for All, I assisted patrons who came to the pantry find the food items that they needed and I also assisted Spanish speakers who did not speak English in filling out forms and answering any questions they had. I also collaborated with other Nursing students in creating educational materials for the patrons of the pantry.

Third Semester (Fall 2024):- I had three clinical rotations this semester. For my first rotation, I was placed on the Pediatric Progressive Care Unit (PPCU) at UMMC Downtown Campus. I was also assigned a patient every week to care for. Depending on their age, I either performed or assisted the patients with their Activities of Daily Living. I also performed assessments, documented my findings and administered medications and feedings under the supervision of my instructor. I also provided comfort for babies who needed it. My second rotation was on the Labor and Delivery and Mother-Baby units at UMMC Downtown Campus. On Labor and Delivery, I provided non-pharmacological pain relief for patients in labor and assisted the nurse in getting supplies for births. During births, I was only allowed to observe. In the Mother-Baby unit, I was assigned a patient to care for under the supervision of my instructor. In the Mother-Baby unit, I performed assessments on both the newborn and the mother, documented findings, assisted mothers with Activities of Daily Living if they needed and provided education on sitz baths. I also administered medications under the supervision of my instructor. My third rotation was on a Psychiatric Unit at Sheppard Pratt Towson Campus. At Sheppard Pratt, I was allowed to observe patients, had conversations with them and also observe group activities. I also participated in group activities.

Fourth semester (Spring 2025):- This was my final semester of Nursing School and I also had two clinical rotations. My senior practicum rotation was Georgetown Day School in Washington DC. At Georgetown Day School, I observed and assisted the School Nurse in providing care for the students. I also administered medications under the supervision of my instructor and documented their care. My other rotation was at Enoch Pratt Library in Baltimore. At this clinical, my instructor and I performed blood pressure screenings for the general public. I also provided education on the importance of monitoring blood pressure and helped people find other resources at the library.

• I offered beverages and soups to the residents.
• I took the orders of the residents and brought them their food.
• After the meals,I cleaned the dining room and set the tables for the next day.

• I checked in with the kitchen staff when the restaurant opened.
• I checked in with the kitchen staff when the restaurant opened.
• I assisted the head chef in the Restaurant Management class as an intern and assisted in the management of the Panther Paw Restaurant as a sous chef.
• I prepped food for the restaurant.
• I performed demonstrations for Level-1 Restaurant Management students on how to prepare certain dishes.
• I also volunteered to cater for school events.