Lydia Deppman
Philadelphia
Summary
Compassionate nursing student skilled in providing emotional support and companionship to patients and families. Proven ability to prioritize tasks and manage complex patient interactions effectively. Experienced in volunteer settings, applying strong communication skills to foster trust and comfort in challenging situations.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
So Fun Yogurt
Wayne
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, contributing to a safe dining environment.
- Opened store daily, preparing for customer service and enhancing operational readiness.
- Processed money exchange transactions efficiently at register, supporting smooth customer transactions.
- Contact: Marisa Yangello, Owner of So Fun Yogurt Wayne and Yo Crave Yogurt +1(610)-457-5358
Volunteer
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
09.2024 - Current
- Dedicated weekly volunteer shift of two to four hours to support oncology unit operations.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to patients and families during oncology stays, enhancing their experience through active listening and diversion activities.
- Offer emotional support and active listening without judgement or bias.
- Assisted caregivers in identifying resources and conducting internet searches to facilitate access to necessary support.
- Contact: Harrison Quidort, Volunteer Coordinator +1(215)-519-8280
Catering and Dining Hall Employee
Middlebury College
Middlebury
09.2020 - Current
- Upheld sanitation standards to ensure safe food handling and preparation.
- Applied fundamental cooking techniques in food preparation to enhance meal quality.
- Managed multiple tasks in fast-paced environments while maintaining composure.
- Attention to detail.
- Contact: Jessica Crossman, Catering Coordinator and Events Supervisor +1(802)-443-5345
Emergency Department Volunteer
Porter Medical Center
Middlebury
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted medical staff in patient triage and intake processes.
- Provided comfort and support to patients and families during emergencies.
- Dedicated 50 hours during summer to assist in various nonmedical tasks, enhancing operational support for staff and patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in waiting areas and patient rooms.
- Contact: Kelly Walters, Manager of Volunteer and Student Services +1(802)-382-3444
Counselor
Songadeewin of Keewaydin
Salisbury
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Fostered positive environment by engaging campers and co-staff with enthusiasm and professionalism.
- Enforced camp policies to ensure safety and well-being of all campers.
- CPR and Wilderness First Aid Certified.
- Contact: Lauren McDowell, Camp Director +1(802)-352-4772
Education
Master of Professional Nursing - Nursing
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Villanova University
Villanova, PA05-2025
High school or equivalent -
Middlebury Union High School
Middlebury, VT06-2021
Skills
- Emotional support
- Patient care
- Organizational task management
- Time management
- Problem Solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Customer Engagement
- MS Excel
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Problem management
Activities
- Team member, Villanova University Varsity Women's Rowing Team, 08/21-10/22, Devotes 20 hours per week to athletics while carrying a full course load.
- Member, Every Mind Matters, 08/21-10/22, Volunteers at various events and attends all meetings in order to increase mental health awareness within Villanova Athletics.
- Vice President, Geography of the Environment Student Association, 05/23-Present, Coordinates events, manages projects, and provides leadership to enhance student engagement and organizational success.
- Member, Villanova Club Field Hockey, 08/23-Present
- Member, Villanova Club Running, 08/23-Present
- Volunteer, St. Thomas Day of Service
Career Objectives
Immediate Goal: Secure a Registered Nurse role within the Penn Medicine health system following graduation from the University of Pennsylvania's MPN program in December 2026, applying advanced entry-level competencies in evidence-based care and clinical leadership.
Medium-Term Goal: Build strong foundational clinical experience to inform future doctoral research, subsequently enrolling in a Nursing Ph.D. program.
Ultimate Professional Objective: Contribute to health equity, research, and the development of future nurse leaders as a tenured professor at a prestigious academic institution.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Gujarati
Limited
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certified
Timeline
Server
So Fun Yogurt
09.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
09.2024 - Current
Emergency Department Volunteer
Porter Medical Center
06.2024 - 09.2024
Counselor
Songadeewin of Keewaydin
06.2021 - 09.2022
Catering and Dining Hall Employee
Middlebury College
09.2020 - Current
Master of Professional Nursing - Nursing
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Villanova University
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Villanova University
High school or equivalent -
Middlebury Union High School