Shealynn E. Burby
Bolivia
Summary
Compassionate and skilled healthcare professional with a bachelor's degree in psychology from Stony Brook University, a nationally recognized research institution. I bring a calm, empathetic presence to patients experiencing emotional distress. My background equips me with strong therapeutic communication skills and the ability to build trust from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I am committed to providing patient centered, trauma informed care while continuing to grow professionally in the behavioral health field.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EKG TECHNICIAN
Novant NHRMC
Wilmington
11.2023 - Current
- Perform inpatient EKGs across multiple units, working with patients from diverse backgrounds and varying levels of medical and emotional acuity.
- Provide calm, supportive communication during vulnerable and high stress moments, often serving as a listening presence while maintaining efficiency and professionalism.
- Skilled in completing STAT and emergent EKGs in face paced, high visibility situations, collaborating with providers during patient distress or rapid clinical changes.
- Serve as informal team lead by assisting with daily workflow coordination, troubleshooting issues as they arise and supporting new processes and role expectations.
- Maintain strong work integrity through consistent reliability, attention to detail and commitment to quality patient care.
HOUSE CLEANER AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
Self Employed
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided dependable vacation and residential home cleaning for a friend's business on Bald Head Island.
- Ran a small organic airbrush tanning business in a high volume gym, handling all business operations and service.
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Advantage Therapy & Rehabilitation
Wilmington
02.2022 - 05.2023
- Supported the company's vice president with high volume administrative and operational needs.
- Coordinated scheduling for 30 therapists across multiple clinic locations.
- Built and maintained Excel spreadsheets to track patient attendance and operational data.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry
Southport
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed reception tasks and patient communication.
- Coordinated scheduling and administrative flow.
- Assisted patients with treatment information.
ASSOCIATE RECRUITER
Vaco LLC
Raleigh
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Recruited internally to support a newly developed department.
- Met monthly metrics from the first month in role.
- Screened and coached candidates; maintained relationships throughout hiring cycles.
- Managed postings and applicant tracking.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Francesca's Collections
Chapel Hill
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Supported staff development and store operations.
- Executed visual merchandising and inventory organization.
Administrative Assistant
Ella Design Group
01.2014 - 01.2018
Lead Admin Coordinator
Synergy Spa
01.2015 - 01.2017
Admin Assistant
Sachem Dental Group
01.2009 - 01.2015
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors in Psychology, Minor in Studio Art
STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY
01.2011 - 01/2015
Skills
- Creative thinking
- Gentle problem solving
- Compassionate communication
- Training
- Mentoring
- Organization
- Time management
- Empathy for diverse and vulnerable populations
- Calm presence under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communication
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid, Novant NHRMC, Wilmington, NC, Enrolled 12/10/25
- Intro to Art Therapy Workshop, Pat-Med School District, NY, 2013
- Basic Life Support - Active American Heart Association
Community Service
- SOICFP, BSL, NC, 01/01/20, 12/31/22
- AFSP, Out of the Darkness Walk, Raleigh, NC, Planning Committee Lead - Arts and Activities, 2018, Event Volunteer, 2017
Timeline
EKG TECHNICIAN
Novant NHRMC
11.2023 - Current
HOUSE CLEANER AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNER
Self Employed
05.2023 - 11.2023
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Advantage Therapy & Rehabilitation
02.2022 - 05.2023
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Coastal Cosmetic Family Dentistry
12.2021 - 02.2022
ASSOCIATE RECRUITER
Vaco LLC
10.2018 - 03.2020
ASSISTANT MANAGER
Francesca's Collections
02.2018 - 09.2018
Lead Admin Coordinator
Synergy Spa
01.2015 - 01.2017
Administrative Assistant
Ella Design Group
01.2014 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Bachelors in Psychology, Minor in Studio Art
STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY
01.2011 - 01/2015
Admin Assistant
Sachem Dental Group
01.2009 - 01.2015