Grace King
Danbury,CT
Summary
Dedicated nursing student with hands-on clinical experience in patient care, assessment, and medication management. Skilled in providing empathetic, patient-centered care while developing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced healthcare environments. Proficient in assisting with medication administration, monitoring vital signs, and supporting in patient education. Passionate about improving patient well-being and safety through compassionate communication and evidence-based practice.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
The Fogarty Center
Narragansett, RI
02.2025 - Current
- Provides compassionate, one-on-one care for a client with dementia, assisting with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, feeding, grooming, proper medication administration, and mobility support
- Ensures that client is engaging in mentally stimulating activities to promote cognitive functioning and emotional well-being
- Monitor and report any changes in the client’s health, behavior, or needs to family members
Student Nurse
Rhode Island Department of Corrections
Cranston, RI
01.2025 - Current
- Observing and assisting nurses in the hospital of the Intake Service Center while participating in patient assessments and monitoring with knowledge in mental health support, disease prevention, medication administration, wound care and health education
Student Nurse
Kent Hospital
Warwick, RI
10.2024 - 12.2025
- Observed and assisted in the care of pregnant, laboring, and postpartum patients under the supervision of registered nurses and clinical instructors
Student Nurse
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
North Providence, RI
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Observed and participated in care for patients with psychiatric and behavioral health disorders
- Developed therapeutic communication and psychiatric evaluations strategies for patients experiencing psychological disturbances in the acute setting
Student Nurse
Hasbro Children's Hospital
Providence, RI
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Participated in an introduction to nursing practice in the pediatric medical-surgical setting
- Provided care to patients whose ages ranged from infancy to eighteen years old, while applying knowledge acquired in the classroom setting
- Observed and participated in care for patients in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
Student Nurse
Newport Hospital
Newport, RI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Excelled in applying prior and new scientific knowledge to the art of nursing practice while under the supervision of registered nurses in a medical-surgical unit
- Engaged in an opportunity for observation and participation in the care of adult patients in an ICU setting
Student Nurse Intern
Westerly Hospital
Westerly, RI
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided direct and indirect care to patients with a wide range of diagnoses and care requirements in an introductory semester to the role of the nurse
- Observed and participated in care for patients in a medical-surgical setting, as well as a wound care and endoscopy clinic
Nursing Assistant Intern
Danbury Hospital Nuvance Health
Danbury, CT
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Developed knowledge on the roles and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant on an Oncology Unit in training for CNA licensure
Education
Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
true12.2025
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration and management
- Patient safety
- Critical thinking & problem-solving
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems
- Vital sign monitoring
- Infection control and safety protocols
- Empathetic and compassionate care
- Communication and patient education
Certification
Basic Life Support and CPR
Timeline
Home Health Aide
The Fogarty Center
02.2025 - Current
Student Nurse
Rhode Island Department of Corrections
01.2025 - Current
Student Nurse
Kent Hospital
10.2024 - 12.2025
Student Nurse
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
09.2024 - 12.2024
Student Nurse
Hasbro Children's Hospital
09.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse
Newport Hospital
01.2024 - 05.2024
Student Nurse Intern
Westerly Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing Assistant Intern
Danbury Hospital Nuvance Health
01.2021 - 05.2021
Basic Life Support and CPR
Nursing -
University of Rhode Island
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