Cara Nozykowski
Golden,CO
Summary
Physician Assistant student with an expected graduation November 2024, offering nearly a decade of experience in emergency and trauma settings. Skilled in conducting comprehensive patient assessments, performing physical exams, and developing effective treatment plans. Thrives in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, demonstrating exceptional adaptability and resilience. Possesses a strong passion for trauma care and a deep commitment to continuous learning and professional growth within a collaborative team setting. Committed to surpassing expectations and achieving goals through unwavering dedication and determination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Technician
Littleton Adventist Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Delivered critical care to a primarily geriatric population in a 36-bed Emergency Department at a Level II Trauma, Stroke, and Cardiac Center
Emergency Department Trauma Technician
Boulder Community Health
08.2014 - 05.2022
- Delivered clinical care to adult and pediatric patients in a 25-bed Emergency Department at a Level II Trauma Center
Urgent Care Technician EMT-B
Boulder Community Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
Health Center Assistant III
Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains
07.2017 - 02.2019
- Provided team-based patient care with a focus on womens and sexual health
Ski Patrol
Copper Mountain Ski Patrol
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Provided BLS patient care and transport on the slopes of a popular and busy ski resort.
Education
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies(MPAS) -
Red Rocks Community College
Arvada, CO11.2024
Masters of Biological Sciences (MS) -
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2022
Bachelors of Science, Biology -
Saint Mary's College
Notre Dame, IN05.2013
Skills
- Physical examination
- Patient History Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Treatment Planning
- Educating patients
- Electronic Medical Records
Clinical Rotations
- Rocky Mountain Gastroenterology, Ashley Hyatt PA-C, Internal Medicine, Gastroenterology
- Ross Leibovitz MD, General Surgery, Trauma Surgery
- Mid Valley Family Practice, Ashley Fitzpatrick PA-C, Family Practice
- Gangandeep Singh MD, Internal Medicine, Palliative Care, Hospice
- North Range Behavioral Health, Heather Daigle PA-C, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health
- Delta Health Family Medicine, Haley McCullough PA-C, Family Medicine, OGBYN
- Minot Emergency Department, Shawn Thompson PA-C DSc, Emergency Medicine
- Colorado Department of Corrections, Trisha Kautz NPC, Internal Medicine
- Sierra Blanca Medical Center, John Sisneros PA-C, Family Practice
Certification
- Eligible for State of CO Medical License November 2024
- National Commission of Certified Physician Assistants: Eligible to sit for PANCE November 2024
- BLS (Updated 2023)
- ACLS (Updated 2023)
- PALS (Updated 2023)
- NREMT-B (Updated 2024)
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support
- US-guided peripheral IV insertion
Leadership Experience
- CAPA Class Representative, Red Rocks Community College Physician Assistant Program
- Outreach Committee member, Red Rocks Community College Physician Assistant Program
- EPIC systems superuser and trainer, Boulder Community Health
- New Employee Trainer, Boulder Community Health (Emergency Department)
- Resident Assistant, Saint Mary's College
- Holy Cross Residence Hall President, Saint Mary's College
Additional Information
References upon request
Timeline
Critical Care Technician
Littleton Adventist Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2022
Urgent Care Technician EMT-B
Boulder Community Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
Health Center Assistant III
Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains
07.2017 - 02.2019
Ski Patrol
Copper Mountain Ski Patrol
10.2014 - 05.2015
Emergency Department Trauma Technician
Boulder Community Health
08.2014 - 05.2022
Masters of Physician Assistant Studies(MPAS) -
Red Rocks Community College
Masters of Biological Sciences (MS) -
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelors of Science, Biology -
Saint Mary's College
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