Brenna Margaret Nelson
Zumbro Falls,USA
Summary
Professional with solid experience in physical therapy, prepared to contribute effectively to clinical settings. Strong focus on patient care, therapeutic interventions, and rehabilitation techniques. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving measurable results. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and documentation. Known for excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ensuring seamless coordination within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elysian Senior Homes
03.2025 - Current
- Provide compassionate, hands-on patient care and assist nursing staff in daily clinical operations.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety standards are followed.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2018 - Current
- Provide compassionate, hands-on patient care and assist nursing staff in daily clinical operations.
- Advocated for resident needs, ensuring their voices were heard in care decisions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure safety standards are followed.
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
University of Utah - Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for TBI, SCI and stroke patient populations.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate progress and adjust therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and optimize treatment approaches.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in improved overall health outcomes.
DPT Teaching Assistant
St. Catherine University
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Supported faculty in set-up and lab sessions for DPT coursework.
- Support the DPT Program by maintaining presence on all social media platforms.
- Assisted faculty with course material preparation and classroom management.
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
Allina Courage Kenny Sports & PT
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Worked with patients presenting with orthopedic, neuromuscular, vestibular, integumentary, and post-surgical conditions.
- Developed understanding of individualized treatment planning and rehabilitation strategies.
- Educated patients on exercises, injury prevention, and wellness strategies to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Documented treatment sessions accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
MercyOne Medical Center - Des Moines
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted healthcare professionals in patient documentation and record management.
- Observed and learned best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Assisted in developing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Gained clinical exposure in orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and intensive care units.
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate progress and adjust therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care and support.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy - DPT
St. Catherine University
St. Paul, MN05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy, Minor: Coaching
St. Catherine University
St. Paul, MN05.2024
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Lake City, MN05.2020
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Active listening and communication
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Functional mobility training
- Gait analysis and training
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Therapeutic exercise prescription
- Home exercise program development
- Use of ZeroG and BioNess Equipment
Certification
- - Certified Nursing Assistant License — (60 classroom hours + 20 clinical hours)
- - STEADI Training Certification
- - American Heart Association BLS Certification
- - Basketball Referee Training (Heat Illness Prevention, Concussion, Cardiac Arrest, Sportsmanship, Nutrition, Bullying/Hazing Prevention)
Campus Involvement
- Cross Country & Track & Field (NCAA Varsity Athlete) — 2020–2025 - Student Athlete Advisory Committee — 2021–2024 - Exercise Science & Nutrition Club — 2021–2024 - The Hidden Opponent Club — 2022–2024
Honors & Awards
- Dean’s List, St. Catherine University (Fall 2020 – Spring 2024), - National Student Athlete Honor Society (May 2024)
Clinical Internship Experience
- MercyOne Medical Center – Des Moines, IA | Physical Therapy Student
- Jun 2024 – Jul 2024
- - Gained clinical exposure in orthopedic, cardiopulmonary, and intensive care units.
- - Observed and assisted in patient mobilization, therapeutic exercises, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Allina Courage Kenny Sports & Physical Therapy – Apple Valley, MN | Physical Therapy Student
- Mar 2025 – Jun 2025
- - Worked with patients presenting with orthopedic, neuromuscular, vestibular, integumentary, and post-surgical conditions.
- - Developed understanding of individualized treatment planning and rehabilitation strategies.
- University of Utah – Craig H. Neilson Rehabilitation Center – Salt Lake City, UT Physical Therapy Student
- Sept 2025 – Dec 2025
- - Worked with patients presenting with neurological, orthopedic, and post-surgical conditions. Neurological conditions: TBI, stroke, and SCI.
- - Learned how to use ZeroG machines and BioNess equipment.
- - Developed understanding of inpatient rehabilitation treatment planning, home evaluations, family training, team conferences, discharge planning, and inpatient rehabilitation strategies.
Additional Positions
- St. Catherine University Market Place – St. Paul, MN | Cashier
- Sep 2020 – May 2025
- Spring Creek MotoCross Park – Millville, MN | Gate Worker
- Jul 2020 – Present
- Minnesota State High School League | Basketball Referee
- Sep 2021 – Present
Timeline
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
University of Utah - Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
Allina Courage Kenny Sports & PT
03.2025 - 06.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elysian Senior Homes
03.2025 - Current
Clinical - Physical Therapy Student
MercyOne Medical Center - Des Moines
06.2024 - 07.2024
DPT Teaching Assistant
St. Catherine University
04.2024 - 08.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2018 - Current
Doctor of Physical Therapy - DPT
St. Catherine University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science/Pre-Physical Therapy, Minor: Coaching
St. Catherine University
High School Diploma -
Lincoln High School