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Education
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Abigail Joensuu

Abigail Joensuu

Cambridge,MA

Summary

Senior BSN candidate at Salem State University, graduating June 2025, actively seeking nursing opportunities post-graduation and board certification. Completed 140 hours of clinical experience in med-surg, maternity, and mental health. Previous experience as a Certified Medical Assistant and Home Health Aide enhanced time management, organizational, and communication skills. Dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a hospital environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant

Winchester Physicians Associates
Winchester, MA
12.2023 - Current
  • Executed EKGs, spirometry tests, audiograms, and various diagnostic assessments as directed by physician.
  • Maintained accurate medical records through transcription, data entry, and electronic filing.
  • Organized patient charts prior to daily clinic sessions for optimal workflow.
  • Conducted basic laboratory tests including urinalysis and blood glucose levels under supervision.
  • Answered phones and scheduled appointments, managing patient flow and greeting visitors professionally.
  • Filed insurance claims in compliance with regulations and protocols.
  • Monitored hospitalized patients' vital signs throughout their stay to ensure safety.
  • Educated patients on nutrition and disease prevention to promote health awareness.

Home Health Aide

Private Care
Peabody, MA
06.2024 - 09.2025
  • Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients.
  • Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
  • Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.

Preceptorship Nurse

Beverly Hospital
Beverly, MA
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Counseled patients on lifestyle changes that could improve their overall health outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians in developing patient-specific treatment plans.
  • Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
  • Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
  • Participated in continuing education programs related to nursing practice.
  • Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.

Public Health

Salem Housing Community Development
Salem, MA
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Monitored trends in public health research and applied findings into practice.
  • Performed physical assessments of patients in home settings.
  • Monitored safety hazards within the home environment and reported any concerns to appropriate personnel.

Clincial Mental Health

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
Methuen, MA
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Created educational materials about mental health topics for distribution at local events.
  • Led workshops focused on developing healthy coping strategies for managing stress.
  • Implemented evidence-based interventions based on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
  • Developed therapeutic relationships with clients and their families to ensure effective communication.
  • Monitored client safety by assessing risk factors associated with suicide or self-harm behaviors.

Pediatrics

Malden Public Schools
Malden, MA
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Coordinated with outside medical providers regarding student care.
  • Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
  • Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
  • Developed individualized healthcare plans for students with special needs.
  • Investigated incidents of abuse or neglect reported by faculty members or other staff members.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Salem Hospital
Salem, MA
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
  • Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or stretcher.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Assisted with admission procedures such as gathering personal data from the patient's chart.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.

Maternity

Winchester Hospital
Winchester, MA
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Established daily schedules for feeding and sleeping times that are conducive to healthy habits.
  • Organized activities that stimulate mental growth in babies such as reading books or playing music.
  • Prepared meals for both mother and baby according to dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Researched information on best practices for newborns' care and shared it with families during consultations.
  • Instructed parents on how to properly handle their infant, such as swaddling and positioning during sleep time.
  • Cared for multiple infants in the same household simultaneously while ensuring each one is getting individualized attention.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations with calmness and professionalism.

Medical Surgical

Salem Hospital
Salem, MA
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Participated in hospital committees to promote evidence-based practice initiatives.
  • Performed wound care treatments such as dressing changes and debridement.
  • Provided direct patient care according to established standards and procedures.
  • Evaluated laboratory results and diagnostic studies to determine necessary courses of action or plan of care adjustments.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care needs.

Fundamental

Salem Hospital
Salem , MA
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
  • Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.

Nanny

Private Care
Arlington, MA
06.2018 - 08.2020
  • Instructed the children in proper behavior, manners, health habits.
  • Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
  • Organized educational games and materials to encourage learning in a fun way.
  • Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
  • Monitored the children's playtime to ensure safety and wellbeing.
  • Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salem State University
Salem, MA
08-2025

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic medical records
  • Infection control
  • Medical transcription
  • Patient education
  • Data analysis
  • Critical thinking
  • Crisis intervention
  • Team collaboration
  • Procedure assistance
  • Laboratory maintenance
  • Medical procedures4
  • Medical procedures
  • Insurance verification
  • Immunization administration
  • Documentation expert
  • Trustworthy companion
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments and care
  • Infection control procedures
  • Patient assessments
  • Needs assessments
  • Reliable transportation
  • Patient relations
  • Patient bathing

Affiliations

  • three year athlete on salem satte softball

Accomplishments

  • Deans list 4 years

Certification

  • BLS

Timeline

Preceptorship Nurse

Beverly Hospital
01.2025 - 05.2025

Public Health

Salem Housing Community Development
10.2024 - 12.2024

Clincial Mental Health

Holy Family Hospital Methuen
09.2024 - 10.2024

Home Health Aide

Private Care
06.2024 - 09.2025

Pediatrics

Malden Public Schools
01.2024 - 03.2024

Medical Assistant

Winchester Physicians Associates
12.2023 - Current

Maternity

Winchester Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Salem Hospital
05.2023 - 02.2024

Medical Surgical

Salem Hospital
01.2023 - 05.2023

Fundamental

Salem Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022

Nanny

Private Care
06.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salem State University

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