Kenzie McLellan
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing assistant with hands-on experience in an accredited Burn Center and ICU, providing direct patient care and supporting a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Seeking to further my career by pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, with a strong commitment to advancing my skills and making a meaningful impact on patient care in the nursing field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital Unit NT2425
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient nursing support.
- Participated in daily wound care procedures for critical burn patients alongside nursing staff to promote healing processes.
- Provided wound care education to patients upon discharge.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the ICU.
- Maintained patient stability by documenting vital signs, weight, and intake and outtake information.
Dock Crew Lead
Freedom Boat Club
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Streamlined communication between dock workers, management, and clients, ensuring smooth operations during high-volume periods.
- Ensured regulatory compliance through adherence to industry standards, policies, and guidelines related to dock operations.
- Reinforced a culture of safety by conducting regular safety meetings and providing ongoing training for all team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing friendly assistance with docking, fueling, and other marine services.
Student Volunteer
North Florida Medical Center - Maternity Unit
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Reported patient requests, concerns, and other observations to staff.
- Provided support and companionship to patients in need of assistance.
- Restocked supplies and filed paperwork to satisfy department leadership requests.
Student Volunteer
Anne Arundel Medical Center - Pediatric Department
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Enhanced patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing support.
- Floated within assigned areas to provide at-request support to healthcare teams, anticipating needs where possible.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills by actively engaging with patients, families, and colleagues in a professional manner.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05-2025
Skills
- Collaborative communication between staff, patients, and families
- CPR administration and critical care situation awareness
- Patient advocacy
- Accomplished in wound care procedures and protocols
- Experience with ICU policies, protocols, and atmosphere
- Professional and therapeutic bedside manner
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Florida State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital Unit NT2425
02.2024 - Current
Student Volunteer
North Florida Medical Center - Maternity Unit
10.2022 - 05.2023
Student Volunteer
Anne Arundel Medical Center - Pediatric Department
06.2022 - 08.2022
Dock Crew Lead
Freedom Boat Club
04.2022 - 08.2023
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Florida State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Florida
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