Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Ella Murphy

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

A 20-year-old nursing student who graduated from Cherry Creek High School with dual enrollment at the Cherry Creek Innovation Campus. I am currently attending Grand Canyon University (GCU) as a senior, pursuing my Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Level 3 of the program contains critical care, OB, and pediatrics. Caring, compassionate, and responds to emergencies with grace and a calm mentality. Strong in academics and willing to learn.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Lifeguard

Pirates Cove Water Park and Lifetime Fitness
04.2021 - 08.2023
  • Monitoring the pools, performing water rescues, administering first aid, and applying CPR and AED interventions.
  • Participated in ongoing rescue training and assisted with facility maintenance.
  • Supported fellow lifeguards during high-traffic periods by providing additional supervision or assistance as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members during emergency situations to ensure effective and timely care.
  • This role built my skills in rapid assessment, critical thinking, teamwork, and emergency response.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
04-2026

High School Diploma -

Cherry Creek High School
Greenwood Village, CO
05-2023

Part-time Community College -

Cherry Creek Innovation Campus
Parker
05-2023

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Task prioritization
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Time management

Accomplishments

Sunview Respiratory Rehabilitation

- Long-term unit and respiratory unit

  • Practiced foundational skills of bedside care, vitals, documentation, hygiene, and building rapport with patients.

St. Joes Hospital

- Medical-Surgical Unit

  • Achieved patient-centered care through effectively helping with patient hygiene, spending time/developing relationships, and activities of daily living.

- Emergency and intensive care unit

  • Acquired knowledge to work in critical care and emergency care environments through completing nursing skills

Arizona State Hospital

- Psychiatric hospital

  • Resolved conflicts which included therapeutic communication.

Certification

  • BLS Renewal Certification 12/24
  • NIHISS Stroke Assessment 7/25

Timeline

Certified Lifeguard

Pirates Cove Water Park and Lifetime Fitness
04.2021 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Grand Canyon University

High School Diploma -

Cherry Creek High School

Part-time Community College -

Cherry Creek Innovation Campus