Katelyn Gaylord
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate pre-med student with a strong desire to learn and contribute to the well-being of others. Eager to gain hands-on experience in the medical field while pursuing academic studies, demonstrating a commitment to personal and professional growth. Driven by a passion for healthcare, aiming to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and communities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Aide
Georgetown and Cambridge Assisted Living
09.2025 - Current
- Document patient care accurately in electronic health records to support continuity of care.
- Provide assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assist with daily living activities for patients, ensuring optimal independence and quality of life.
- Assist patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage, and automobile travel.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering thorough reports on patients' status at shift handover meetings.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean living environment.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Gt Independence
05.2025 - Current
- Supported daily hygiene needs of client by assisting with hand washing and personal grooming.
- Guided client to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Cooked meals and assisted client with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Provided compassionate and client-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Communicated with client verbally and by using ASL or AAC apps.
- Worked with client to ensure the increase of independence.
- Followed the patient care plan and monitored the progress.
Summer Camp Lead Teacher
Munson Medical Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Communicated frequently with parents about child growth and progress.
- Prepared lesson plans and daily activities to keep children engaged while maintaining a structured classroom.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support child development and personal growth.
- Met with children, parents and camp coordinators to address and resolve students' behavioral issues.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
Summer Camp Assistant Teacher
Munson Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Built positive and productive relationships with students and parents
- Modeled appropriate behavior to help children develop decision making, problem-solving and other essential life skills.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Private Nanny
N/a
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Aquinas College
Grand Rapids, MI12-2026
High School -
Traverse City Central High School
Traverse City, MI06.2023
Skills
- Effective problem resolution
- Responsive to new challenges
- Documentation and reporting
- Compassionate caregiver
- Reliable team player
- Dressing assistance
Certification
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) - November 2024
Timeline
Nurse Aide
Georgetown and Cambridge Assisted Living
09.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Lead Teacher
Munson Medical Center
06.2025 - 08.2025
Caregiver, Special Needs
Gt Independence
05.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Assistant Teacher
Munson Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Private Nanny
N/a
06.2022 - 08.2023
High School -
Traverse City Central High School
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Aquinas College