Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteering Experience
Certification
Additional Activities
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
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Kristina Shaw

Denver,CO

Summary

A dedicated and compassionate individual with a strong academic background and a genuine passion for healthcare. Demonstrated excellence in scientific studies, research, and clinical experience. Possesses exceptional communication skills, empathy, and the ability to work effectively in diverse teams. Committed to lifelong learning, patient-centered care, and making a positive impact in the field of medicine. Eager to contribute my skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm to medical school and ultimately become a skilled and empathetic physician.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infant Nanny

Parents Of Children
11.2023 - Current
  • Provided a nurturing environment for infants, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
  • Maintained detailed records of the infant''s daily activities, milestones, and health-related information for parental review.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties to ensure a clean, organized living environment for both the family and the infant.
  • Supported parents in implementing routines and schedules, leading to increased consistency and predictability for the infant.
  • Developed strong bonds with infants by consistently responding sensitively to their emotional cues and needs throughout caregiving tasks.

Medical Scribe

ScribeAmerica LLC
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Documented complete information about examinations, treatment plans, lab results, and other details directly into charts.
  • Charted patient encounters by recording information such as diagnosis, treatments, and prescriptions.
  • Increased overall productivity of clinical staff by providing real-time scribing support during high-volume shifts, enabling better focus on direct patient care.
  • Accompanied physicians through day in fast-paced, stressful environments.
  • Demonstrated confidentiality in dealing with sensitive information or records to comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
  • Received consistent positive feedback from supervisors for attention to detail, commitment to accuracy, and dedication to providing high-quality scribe support.

Babysitter

Parents Of Children
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.

President, Captain, Coach, and Manager

SMU Women’s Club Soccer Team
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Organized practices, formulated drills, conducted skills training, and recruited new members
  • Led the effort to create practice schedule and weekend travel for matches with schools in region.

In-Person Shadowing

Rush University Medical Center
12.2021 - 12.2021
  • Shadowed Dr. Michael Liptay, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon, at Rush University Medical Center.
  • Transcribed and observed three major surgeries including two lung lobectomies, one of which was performed using the Da Vinci robot, and one open-heart bovine valve replacement surgery.

Research Assistant

Molecular Virology Cancer Research
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assisted Dr. Robert Harrod in studying how transforming viruses can cause human cancers, with a primary focus on understanding the molecular biological and biochemical events underlying carcinogenesis by the human T-cell leukemia virus type-1 (HTLV-1) and high-risk subtype human papillomavirus (HPVs)
  • Practiced basic lab techniques such as Western Blots, protein and DNA Gel-Electrophoresis, Southern Blots, Microscopy, Cell Culture, with accompanying lessons in cancer origins, pathways, and genetic techniques.

Virtual Shadowing

University of Texas Southwestern
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Shadowed Dr. Robin Novakovic (Radiology & Neurology); Dr. Carlos Leyva (Pediatric Endocrinology); Dr. Devin Trousdale (Anesthesiology); Dr. Nicole Gutierrez (Psychiatry); Dr. Sonya Sloan (Orthopedic Surgeon)
  • Broadened my view of the medical field while gaining a deeper understanding of multiple medical specialties.

In-Person Shadowing

Christ Hospital Outpatient Centers
05.2021 - 07.2021
  • Shadowed Dr. Brian Mannion, a medical oncologist and hematologist, in a rotational program between the Christ Hospital Outpatient Centers in Fort Wright, Kentucky and Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Attained knowledge on patient care and bedside manner and was exposed to people and patients of many different backgrounds and areas spanning various stages of the cancer diagnosis and treatment process
  • Gained exposure to new medical terminology, how to classify types of cancer, proper treatment plans for various cancers, and observation of how best to handle the emotional and personal contexts of disease.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-Medical Track)

Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX
05.2022

Skills

  • Data Organization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Personability and Sensitivity
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Emergency medical care

Volunteering Experience

  • Catholic Charities Archdiocese of Denver, CO, Volunteer, 12/2023 - Present, Volunteered at various different women's shelters allowing me to interact with families of all different backgrounds.
  • Good Shepherd Hospice, Dallas, TX, Administrative Volunteer, 11/2020 - 5/2022, Managed data entry and organization on a weekly basis on behalf of administrative assistants at the group.
  • Tuxedo Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Tuxedo Park, NY, Volunteer, 01/2015 - 01/2018, Assisted full-time EMT’s and received initial exposure to trauma and on-site emergency medical practices.
  • Camp Acorn Special Needs Association, Allendale, NJ, Volunteer, 06/2014 - 08/2016, Provided an enjoyable environment to empower adults and children with developmental disabilities.

Certification

  • EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician

Additional Activities

MedLife Club, French Club, Delta Gamma Sorority

Hobbies and Interests

Reading, Skiing, Soccer, Running, National Parks, Harry Potter, Music

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Swedish
Limited Working

Timeline

Infant Nanny

Parents Of Children
11.2023 - Current

Medical Scribe

ScribeAmerica LLC
08.2022 - 01.2024

Babysitter

Parents Of Children
08.2022 - 01.2024

In-Person Shadowing

Rush University Medical Center
12.2021 - 12.2021

Research Assistant

Molecular Virology Cancer Research
08.2021 - 12.2021

In-Person Shadowing

Christ Hospital Outpatient Centers
05.2021 - 07.2021

Virtual Shadowing

University of Texas Southwestern
10.2020 - 10.2021

President, Captain, Coach, and Manager

SMU Women’s Club Soccer Team
08.2019 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology (Pre-Medical Track)

Southern Methodist University
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