Grace Piotrowski
Albany,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional graduating with an Associate Degree in Nursing in December 2025, with plans to sit for the NCLEX-RN shortly after. Backed by hands-on experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in obstetrics and gynecology, I bring a strong foundation in women's health, prenatal care, and patient education. Skilled in supporting providers during exams and procedures, maintaining accurate medical records, and fostering trusting relationships with patients. Passionate about advancing in the field of OB/GYN nursing, and committed to delivering empathetic, evidence-based, and patient-centered care in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Preceptor
St. Peter's OBGYN
Albany, New York
05.2025 - Current
- Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments.
- Identified areas for improvement in nursing practice and developed strategies for addressing them.
- Collaborated with faculty to evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
- Supervised student interactions with patients, ensuring professionalism and empathy in care delivery.
- Encouraged active participation from preceptees in patient care activities while adhering to safety protocols.
- Provided mentorship to promote critical thinking skills among learners.
- Assisted with developing educational plans tailored to individual learning needs of each preceptee.
Certified Medical Assistant
St. Peter's OBGYN
Albany, New York
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and procedures.
- Scheduled patient appointments and coordinated follow-up care.
- Collected and processed lab specimens for testing.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm purpose of visit.
- Assisted providers with procedures such as colposcopy, endometrial biopsy, incision and drainage.
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Oldendorf Medical Services
Albany, New York
04.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed incoming calls and routed them to staff members.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained calendar for office executives.
- Updated and maintained accurate client records in database systems.
- Processed payments and updated accounts to reflect balance changes.
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and procedures.
- Collected and prepared laboratory specimens for testing.
- Performed vital sign measurements and documented findings accurately.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
Barista Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
Glenville, New York
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain product availability.
- Created and maintained a positive work environment for team collaboration.
- Resolved customer complaints in a polite and professional manner.
- Closed store by counting money at end of shift, restocking shelves and cleaning work areas.
- Provided support during peak hours by running drinks or helping out on the register.
- Promoted positive team morale by encouraging collaboration among staff members.
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
Glenville, New York
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service techniques.
- Collaborated with management to align training goals with company standards.
- Provided ongoing support and mentoring to new and existing baristas.
- Worked with new employees on procedures and policies, interacting with customers, cleaning areas and making orders.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing, RN
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing
Albany 12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University At Albany
Albany, NY05-2022
Skills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Direct patient care
- Compassionate care
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Troubleshooting
- Organization and time management
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- OB/GYN procedures
- Empathy
- Patient Safety
- BLS certification
- Observant
- Teamwork
- Leadership
Certification
- BLS certified
Timeline
Clinical Preceptor
St. Peter's OBGYN
05.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
St. Peter's OBGYN
06.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant/Receptionist
Oldendorf Medical Services
04.2023 - 05.2024
Barista Shift Supervisor
Starbucks
03.2022 - 04.2023
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
01.2022 - 04.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing, RN
St. Peter's Hospital College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University At Albany
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