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Grace Axelson

Columbus,Ohio

Summary

Analytical and strategic accelerated second degree nursing student seeking a career in critical care. Polished communicator. Excellent problem-solving and time management skills. Successful at advocating for patient needs. Organized, efficient and always willing to go extra mile to meet expectations.

Dedicated candidate eager to learn and apply advanced medical techniques and provide exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Class Representative

Mount Carmel College Of Nursing
01.2023 - Current
  • Served as class spokesperson, liaising between students, parents and school administrators.
  • Scheduled meetings with professors and administrators to discuss student concerns and needs.
  • Met with other class representatives to devise plans and goals for our cohorts.
  • Provided information and support services to students.
  • Attended board meetings, staying up-to-date on policies and procedures.


Multi-Skilled Technician

Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
08.2023 - Current
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.


Medical Assistant

Dermatologists Of Central States
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as medical history, medication information, symptoms, allergies, blood pressure, and weight.
  • Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
  • Anticipated surgeons needs and handed instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
  • Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.

Academic Services Peer Tutor

The Ohio State University
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH
02.2024

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH
05.2021

Timeline

Multi-Skilled Technician

Mount Carmel Health System Inc.
08.2023 - Current

Class Representative

Mount Carmel College Of Nursing
01.2023 - Current

Medical Assistant

Dermatologists Of Central States
01.2022 - 12.2022

Academic Services Peer Tutor

The Ohio State University
07.2019 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Mount Carmel College of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Neuroscience

The Ohio State University
Grace Axelson