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Grace Klekas, RN
San Francisco (Relocating),CA
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Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with expertise in pediatric emergency and acute care. Proficient in rapid assessment and critical thinking, delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Open to exploring diverse specialties to enhance skills and adaptability. Committed to continuous learning and navigating change effectively.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Primary Childrenʼs Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2024 - Current
- Rapidly assess, triage, and stabilize pediatric and adult patients in high-acuity emergency settings
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously, prioritizing care to ensure patient safety and quality outcomes
- Coordinate care with physicians, respiratory therapy, and interdisciplinary teams to support timely diagnostics, treatment, and disposition
- Administer medications and monitor patient response, including sedation and pain management
- Provide patient and family education to support understanding of care plans and follow-up needs
- Supported diagnostic workflows, performing EKGs, lab draws, procedural preparation, and implanted port access for effective patient management
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Intermountain Healthcare
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Completed 120+ clinical hours in Adult Med-Surg, Labor & Delivery, Post Partum, Pediatric Med Surg, Operating room, and Outpatient Surgery.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Preformed nursing procedures
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
Critical Care Technician (EMT)
Intermountain Healthcare: Primary Children's
Salt Lake City, Utah
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Supported cardiac monitoring (EKGs), IV placement, and airway/trauma interventions to enhance patient safety and care quality
- Performed vital signs, patient assessments, and triage support
Medical Assistant
Alta View Hospital
Sandy, Utah
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Handled prescription refills, lab result calls, vital signs, and immunizations to support patient care
- Coordinated referrals, follow-ups, and pre-visit planning to enhance continuity of care
- Managed INR monitoring and coordinated warfarin dosing with pharmacists to optimize patient treatment
Health Care Assistant (CNA) - Cardiac Med-Surg
University of Utah Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted with telemetry patients and post-cardiac procedure care
- Collaborated with RNs to support safe, efficient patient care and discharge planning
- Provided direct patient care including ADLs, mobility support, and vital sign monitoring
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Colorado Technical University
08-2026
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Salt Lake Community College
05-2024
Health, Society & Policy Bachelors Degree - Minor In Pediatric Clinical Research
University of Utah
06-2021
Skills
- Cardiac and Respiratory care
- Vascular Therapy
- Central Line/Implanted Port care
- Pain Management
- Care coordination
- Triage assessment
- Epic/Cerner documentation
- Immunization skills
- Sterilization techniques
- Stress mitigation
- Compassion and empathy
- PICC line maintenance
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization (PEARS)
- Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certifications Licensures
- Registered Nurse, California, 95452936
- Registered Nurse, Utah, 13770965-3102
- BLS, PALS,
- TNCC, ENPC Certified
Projects Community Service
- Global Health Volunteer: Tanzania, 2022, Madagascar, 2017
- Real Life Mentor/Tutor: Provided tutoring support for local refugees in the community (2018-2021)
- Kids Crew Volunteer, Primary Children’s Hospital: Played with hospital patients while they were receiving treatment or recovering from extensive illness or injuries. (2016-2018)
- Philanthropy Chair: University of Utah, Planned service events for undergraduate students. (2017-2019)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Primary Childrenʼs Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Critical Care Technician (EMT)
Intermountain Healthcare: Primary Children's
07.2022 - 01.2024
Registered Nurse Apprentice
Intermountain Healthcare
01.2022 - 05.2024
Medical Assistant
Alta View Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2022
Health Care Assistant (CNA) - Cardiac Med-Surg
University of Utah Hospital
08.2020 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Colorado Technical University
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Salt Lake Community College
Health, Society & Policy Bachelors Degree - Minor In Pediatric Clinical Research
University of Utah