My Experience
Roles & Responsibilities
The following is an outline of my current and past work experience. Each role has provided an opportunity to learn, grow, and continue developing both as a person and a professional. Take a look to learn more.
May 2022 - Current
Student Nurse PICU Extern - Nationwide Children's Hospital
Expanded clinical experience and knowledge through shadowing experiences and clinical work
Worked with a preceptor to expands bedside time and care management skills
Cared for high acuity PICU patients via ADLs, laboratory value analysis, and collaborative communication with the healthcare management team
October 2021 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Licensed substitute teacher and paraprofessional for K-12
Implement lesson plans left by the primary teacher
Build relationships with my students and offer guidance and advice
Provide a leadership example to my students through proper classroom management and communication
April 2021-May 2022
Float STNA - Joint Township District Memorial Hospital
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Assisted with feeding and monitoring intakes and outputs to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills
October 2020 - July 2021
ICU PCA - St. Rita's Medical Center
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
August 2019 - November 2020
Retail Associate - Stars and Stripes Graphix
Maintained inventory and store organization of small clothing company
Helped to create store website and point of sale processes
Learned skills in press printing, website and graphic design
December 2018 - June 2019
Direct Support Professional - Benchmark Human Services
Administered medication as directed by physician
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores
August 2017 - June 2019
Kennel Aid/Secretary
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment team
Carefully clipped nails and trimmed hair around pads and paws, using gentle approach for anxious pets
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors
Prepared surgical instrument packs and drapes for use in sterile environments by processing in autoclave under high pressure and high temperature conditions
Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis