Abigail Rausch
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Passionate and caring Certified Nursing Assistant excited to contribute to the exceptional pediatric care provided at Phoenix Children's Hospital. Patient, empathetic, and organized with primary focus of providing a safe, comfortable, and healing environment for patients and families. Hard-working and collaborative, I looking forward to the opportunity to gain experience and lay foundation for pediatric nursing career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Employers
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Built a positive and nurturing environment to support social and emotional growth of children.
- Bathed, dressed, diapered, and helped with dental care.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Assisted with bottles and feeding: including introduction of new foods, monitoring for allergies, and providing safety at meal times.
- Administration of oral medications at scheduled times and prescribed doses.
Hostess/Server
Duke’s Steakhouse
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Role as Head hostess: delegation of tasks to assistance staff, effective communication with employees of all roles within the facility, and primary focus on the needs and satisfaction of the guests.
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and provided friendly and warm presence throughout dining experience.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, balancing responsibilities such as answering phone calls, greeting guests, and communicating with other host, server, and managerial staff simultaneously.
- Resolved guest and employee disputes and used proactive ideas to ensure satisfaction of both parties.
- Assisted in training new host staff, sharing best practices for maintaining a professional demeanor and efficient work habits.
Gymnastics Coach
A+ Athletics
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work, and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
Childcare Worker
Journey Church Colorado
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Fostered open lines of communication with parents and co-workers.
- Coordinated with other staff members to plan and execute special events, such as holiday parties, community outreach programs, and summer camps.
- Improved emotional well-being of children through providing consistent support and empathy in various situations.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts, lessons, and activities.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2026
Nursing Assistance
Inspire CNA School
Westminster, CO07.2024
High School Diploma -
Rock Canyon High School
Highlands Ranch, CO05.2023
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Infant care experience
- Schedule Management
- Toddler care experience
- Child care experience
- Teenage care experience
- Recording vital signs
- Mobility Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Employers
01.2023 - 09.2023
Hostess/Server
Duke’s Steakhouse
05.2021 - 05.2022
Gymnastics Coach
A+ Athletics
03.2021 - 08.2021
Childcare Worker
Journey Church Colorado
12.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Nursing Assistance
Inspire CNA School
High School Diploma -
Rock Canyon High School