Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Affiliations
Experience
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Katherine Connell

12190 Abignton Hall Place Reston,VA

Summary

Compassionate and driven nursing student with practical knowledge gained through rigorous clinical practice and academic studies. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality healthcare.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Camp Counselor

Katydid Inc Day Camps
Herndon, Virginia
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
  • Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
  • Created an environment conducive to learning by implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
  • Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
  • Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
  • Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
  • Improved camper experience with list of flash-fun ideas.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
  • Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lake Manassas Health and Rehabilitation Center
Gainesville, Virginia
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
  • Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.

Lifeguard

Crystal Aquatics
Ashburn, VA
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
  • Educated patrons about safe swimming practices through public announcements.
  • Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
  • Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
  • Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
  • Contacted medical authorities immediately in events of serious injury.
  • Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
  • Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
  • Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Shenandoah University
Leesburg, VA
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Christopher Newport University
Newport News, VA
05-2024

Skills

  • Documentation and reporting
  • Emotional support
  • Problem solving
  • Patient care
  • Patient documentation
  • Effective communication
  • Positive reinforcement
  • First aid and CPR
  • Safety awareness
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient assistance

Accomplishments

  • Deans List Honors for Spring 2025 at Shenandoah University
  • Mentored for others at Shenandoah University
  • Cheer Captain At Rock Ridge High School (2020)

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid Certified

Languages

Spanish
Limited

Affiliations

  • Member of Alpha Phi Theta Phi at Christopher Newport University
  • Varsity Cheer captain for Christopher Newport University (2020)
  • Cheerleader for the Christopher Newport University Captains Football and Basketball Team
  • Volunteering at Friends of Homeless Animals
  • Swim Captain Coach for neighborhood swim team

Experience

  • 90 Clinical Hours at Inova Behavioral Health Services
  • 90 Clinical Hours at Inova Loudon Hospital (Nursing Care of Adults 1)
  • 90 Clinical Hours at Inova Fairfax Hospital (Nursing Care of Adults 2)
  • 90 Clinical Hours at Inova Loudon Hospital (Nursing Care of Adults 3)
  • 45 Clinical Hours at Inova Loudon Hospital (Nursing Care of Childbearing Families)
  • 45 Clinical Hours at Inova Loudon Hospital (Nursing Care of Children and Adolescents)
  • Shadowed A Nurse Practitioner at the Inova Loudon Hospital (Emergency Department)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Katydid Inc Day Camps
06.2023 - 08.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lake Manassas Health and Rehabilitation Center
05.2022 - 08.2022

Lifeguard

Crystal Aquatics
05.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Shenandoah University

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Christopher Newport University

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