Cristina McDonnell
Orlando,FLORIDA
Summary
Dedicated nursing intern known for strong clinical decision-making and relationship-building skills. Experience in patient monitoring and health education, ready to support quality patient care and foster positive healthcare outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Nurse Intern
Orlando Health
06.2025 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and comfort needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Supported patients with mobility, hygiene, and nutritional needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on basic health practices and procedures.
- Engaged in ongoing training to improve skills and knowledge base.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Elementary School Teacher
Orange County Public School District
08.2004 - 06.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Utilized assessment tools to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary projects promoting critical thinking skills.
- Mentored new teachers on effective classroom management techniques and curriculum delivery.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching methodologies and technology integration.
- Analyzed student performance data to identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents and community stakeholders to support student achievement initiatives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Lake Mary, FL03-2026
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL08-2012
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2004
Skills
- Clinical decision-making
- Documentation accuracy
- Health promotion
- Quality improvement
- Relationship building
- Patient monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
Senior Nurse Intern
Orlando Health
06.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Orange County Public School District
08.2004 - 06.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
ECPI University
Master of Science - Educational Leadership And Management
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Central Florida