Rylee R. Capesius
New Berlin,WI
Summary
Compassionate Physician Assistant with expertise in Women's Health. Proficient in delivering patient-centered care, advocating for individualized treatment, and enhancing wellness in reproductive and gynecologic health. Strong commitment to continuity of care and fostering collaborative decision-making to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunnycrest Manor Auxiliary
- Enhanced resident independence by addressing diverse medical and social needs.
- Provided compassionate care for up to 40 residents during each shift.
- Ensured safety and personal autonomy while assisting with daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and wound conditions to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Employed safe transfer techniques, minimizing injury risks for patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver coordinated, high-quality patient care.
Emergency Department PCT
Mercy Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Enhanced patient outcomes through direct care in a level 3 trauma center.
- Facilitated accurate triage, prioritizing patient needs effectively during critical situations.
- Recorded vital signs to aid clinical evaluations and informed treatment decisions.
- Performed EKGs and point-of-care tests, enabling rapid diagnosis and interventions.
- Executed wound care and ensured patient comfort during transfers between facilities.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, documenting changes and reporting to healthcare providers.
Academic Tutor
Mount Mercy University
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Improved student performance through tailored one-on-one Biology tutoring sessions.
- Enhanced Anatomy and Physiology comprehension for nursing and pre-med students.
- Crafted personalized learning strategies addressing diverse student needs and styles.
- Facilitated group sessions to promote collaborative learning and peer support.
- Guided exam preparation using practice questions and relevant case studies.
- Monitored student progress to adapt methods for effective learning outcomes.
Laboratory Assistant
Mount Mercy University
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Prepared biochemistry laboratories, including PCR, ELISA, and Western blot experiments, ensuring all reagents and equipment were ready for accurate and efficient experimentation. Managed the cadaver lab for Anatomy, maintaining proper safety protocols. Performed routine lab maintenance such as autoclaving equipment, preparing solutions, and supporting faculty and students in experimental designs. (1,000 hours)
Education
M.S. - Physician Assistant Studies
Carroll University
Waukesha, WI05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2024
Skills
- Performing thorough well-woman exams; Papanicolaou cytology smears/ speculum exams; contraceptive counseling and management; fetal heart tone assessment; STI screening, diagnosis, and treatment; management of PCOS and endometriosis; counseling on sexual health; educating on cancer screening; obtaining and interpretation of EKGs; aseptic and isolation techniques; CPR; wound care and dressing changes; closure of wounds via suture and dermabond; EMR documentation (Epic, Advanced MD)
- IUD placement and removal; Nexplanon insertion/ removal; endometrial biopsy; prenatal and postpartum assessments; wet prep microscopy; menopausal and hormone replacement therapy counseling; colposcopy and LEEP assistance; ultrasound assistance; supportive care for pregnancy loss/ medical abortions; incision and drainage; assisted respiration; surgical first assist; cesarean section, breast reconstruction, hysterectomy, endoscopy, hernia repair, colonoscopy
- EHR systems (Epic, Advanced MD)
- Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, OneNote, Outlook
- Canva Design
- Google Suit; Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sites, Drove, Calendar, Gmail
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient management
- Patient history documentation
- Educating patients
- Patient assessments
Websites
Affiliations
- Current- Student Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Current- Student Member, Association of Physician Associates of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Certification
- Scheduled for May 2026, NCCPA
- 2025 -2027, Basic Life Support (BLS)
- 2025-2027, Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Interprofessional Education Core Competencies
(60+ hours)
Scholarships
- 2020-2024, Presidential Scholarship- Mount Mercy University
- 2020- 2024, Athletic Scholarship- Women's Basketball
- 2020- Red Cross Scholarship
- 2020- Andrew Gregg Vernon Memorial Scholarship
- 2020- Dupaco R.W. Hoefer Foundation Scholarship
Leadership Experience
- 2024-2026, Class President- Physician Assistant Studies Program, Carroll University, Waukesha, WI
- Organized monthly meeting and directed members on the executive team
- Maintained communication between university administration, faculty, and staff
- Mentored the incoming PA class of 2027
Clinical Rotations
- Women's Health Froedtert/Medical College of WI- OB/GYN 4 weeks
- OB/GYN Waukesha Free Clinic Various
- Family Medicine Froedtert Sunnyslope Health Center 8 weeks
- Internal Medicine Froedtert South Kenosha 8 weeks
- Emergency Medicine Allina United Hospital 8 weeks
- Pediatrics Progressive Community Health Centers 4 weeks
- Pediatric Oncology Children's Hospital of WI- Milwaukee Campus 4 weeks
- General Surgery Park Nicollet Clinic-Shakopee 8 weeks
- Behavioral Medicine Collaborative Solutions In Psychiatry 4 weeks
Honors and Awards
2024, Summa Cum Laude- Mount Mercy University, 2004, Outstanding Natural Science Award- Mount Mercy University
Timeline
Emergency Department PCT
Mercy Medical Center
01.2022 - 01.2024
Academic Tutor
Mount Mercy University
01.2022 - 01.2024
Laboratory Assistant
Mount Mercy University
01.2021 - 01.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sunnycrest Manor Auxiliary
M.S. - Physician Assistant Studies
Carroll University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Mount Mercy University