Abigail Schmidt
Austin,TX
Summary
Motivated Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in caring for complex, moderate to high-acuity patients across neuro/stroke, ENT, and urology settings, along with pediatric home health experience. Brings a high level of clinical adaptability, critical thinking, and patient-centered care. Actively seeking opportunities to expand into additional specialties and further develop advanced clinical skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Entrusted Home Health
Austin, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Provide personalized in-home care to pediatric patients, ensuring safety, comfort, and adherence to care plans.
- Assist with daily living activities including feeding, hygiene, mobility, and medication administration for children with varying medical needs.
- Monitor and document vital signs, symptoms, and behavioral changes, reporting updates to the healthcare team promptly.
- Provide specialized care for a pediatric patient with seizure disorders and respiratory support needs, including CPAP management.
- Manage gastrostomy (G-tube) care, including feeding, site maintenance, and monitoring for complications.
Neuro/Stroke Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Medical Center
Austin, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care including medication administration, wound care, and patient education in adherence to evidence-based practice and improving patient outcomes.
- Demonstrate strong problem-solving abilities by identifying complications early and collaborating with the healthcare team.
- Proficient use of the electronic medical records system for documentation, medication, and patient assessment to ensure accurate and timely record keeping.
- Provide specialized care for stroke patients by regularly performing NIH Stroke Scale assessments and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to initiate stroke protocols, including thrombolytic therapy.
- Deliver care to complex, moderate–high acuity patients, including neuro/stroke, ENT post-surgical, and urology cases, requiring strong clinical judgment and prioritization.
Bartender
Leo’s Sports Bar and Grill
Vermillion, SD
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Greeted all customer and offer excellent customer service
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
Front Desk Administrative Assistant
University Of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Answered phone calls promptly, providing information and redirecting inquiries as needed.
- Greeted visitors warmly and directed them to appropriate departments for assistance.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and proactive problem resolution strategies.
- Scheduled and managed appointments, optimizing the front desk workflow efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SD05.2024
High School -
Lincoln East High School
Lincoln, NE05.2020
Skills
- Electronic medical records
- Patient assessments
- Home safety evaluation
- NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Assessment
- Cardiac telemetry monitoring
- High-acuity patient management (6 patients per shift)
- IV insertion & line management
- CPAP management
- G-tube feeding & site care
- CBI management
- Medication administration
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS Provider), American Heart Association (Certified: 2024-07-23, Expires: 2026-07-31)
- NIHSS Certification, National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Exam (Certified: 2024-07-31, Expires: 2026-07-31)
- Registered Nurse License, Texas Board of Nursing (License No: 1177818)
Timeline
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Entrusted Home Health
09.2025 - Current
Neuro/Stroke Registered Nurse
Ascension Seton Medical Center
07.2024 - Current
Bartender
Leo’s Sports Bar and Grill
12.2023 - 05.2024
Front Desk Administrative Assistant
University Of South Dakota
09.2021 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Dakota
High School -
Lincoln East High School
Professional Affiliations and Leadership
University of South Dakota Track and Field, Student-Athlete, Nurses Union Member