Chelsea Kipnis
Oakhurst,NJ
Summary
Background as a beach captain and EMT-in-training enhances the ability to deliver patient-centered care under pressure. Strong communication and critical thinking skills facilitate effective interactions with patients and healthcare teams, ensuring efficient and compassionate support during high-stress situations. Moving forward, I was able to effectively apply these prior skills to my nursing internship. It helped me be open minded and confident when working with patients. In addition, my internship helped me learn how to professionally speak to patients of all ages and learn how to assess a patient properly and how to work around language barriers.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Intern
Phoenixville Free Clinic
Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Supported patient assessments and recorded vital signs accurately.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in the clinic environment for patient comfort.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare staff during medical visits.
- Used critical thinking to support patients with language barriers.
- Assisted doctors with minor procedures and learned how to handle equipment in OR setting.
Beach Lifeguard
Ocean Grove Beach Patrol
Ocean Grove, NJ
05.2022 - 09.2025
- Provided emergency response and medical assistance using EMT and first aid training, ensuring rapid and effective care for beach patrons.
- Promoted to Beach Captain after two years, recognizing leadership, reliability, and strong performance under pressure.
- Led and supervised lifeguard teams to maintain a safe beach environment and enforce safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members during high-pressure situations and conditions to ensure efficient coverage and quick emergency response.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making and problem-solving skills in emergency and fast-paced situations.
Education
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Eastern University
St. Davids, PA05-2028
High School Diploma -
Ocean Township High School
Ocean Township, NJ06-2024
Skills
- First Aid Certification
- Emergency Preparedness
- Empathy
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
References
- Jamie Doyle - Chief Lifeguard
732-682-9047
beachpatrol@oceangrove.org
Mary Anne Grace Pinchock- Nursing Internship Preceptor and Nurse Manager
610-547-3912
mgracepinchock@phoenixvillefreeclinic.org
Timeline
Student Nurse Intern
Phoenixville Free Clinic
06.2026 - 08.2026
Beach Lifeguard
Ocean Grove Beach Patrol
05.2022 - 09.2025
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Eastern University
High School Diploma -
Ocean Township High School