Laura McConnell
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner student, graduating in December 2025 from Purdue University Global, with over a decade of pediatric and neonatal nursing experience. Committed to delivering high-quality, family-centered care while fostering lasting relationships with children and their families in a primary care setting. Proven clinical judgment, leadership, and collaboration skills developed through diverse nursing roles and advanced clinical rotations. Eager to leverage extensive expertise to enhance patient outcomes and contribute positively to healthcare teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner Student
Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic
Johns Island, SC
10.2025 - Current
- Managed with supervision of medical director, acute and chronic health conditions in uninsured and underserved adult populations with complex medical and social needs
- Emphasized culturally competent care, addressed barriers to health literacy and access to resources
- Strengthen clinical judgement, diagnostic reasoning, and holistic patient care in resource-limited setting
Charge Nurse
Pediatric After-Hours Clinic Charge Nurse
Charleston, SC
09.2024 - Current
- Serves as charge nurse coordinating patient flow and interdisciplinary communications
- Provides pediatric primary care and triage in a fast-paced after-hour setting
- Delivers compassionate, family centered care for children with acute illness and injuries
Nurse Practitioner Student
Sweetgrass Pediatrics Primary Care
Mount Pleasant, SC
07.2020 - 10.2025
- Diagnosed and managed under supervision, common pediatric conditions including upper respiratory infections, asthma, otitis media, and eczema
- Delivered developmentally appropriate care to infants, children, and adolescents during well-child and sick visits
Nurse Practitioner Student
Roper St. Francis Hospital Primary Care and Women’s Health
Charleston, SC
02.2025 - 07.2025
- Provided comprehensive primary and preventative care services to diverse adult and geriatric populations managing acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia
- Performed under supervision well-woman exams, Pap smears, and contraceptive counseling while promoting reproductive and overall wellness
Urgent Care Nurse
Rady’s Children’s Hospital
Oceanside, CA
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided urgent pediatric care for children with acute and chronic medical conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians and advanced practice nurses to deliver timely, high-quality care.
Staff Nurse Level III NICU
University Of California San Diego Medical Center
San Diego, CA
08.2013 - 06.2022
- Delivered expert care to critically ill full-term and pre-term infants in a high-acuity NICU.
- Served as Chairperson of Safety Committee; implemented new division-wide safety initiatives
- Collaborated in sustainability and quality improvement projects within Women and Infant Services
- Led interdisciplinary rounds, coordinated family education, and provided emotional support
PACU / NICU Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annapolis, MD
04.2011 - 07.2013
- Provided direct patient care for children and adults in Post Anesthesia Care Unit and Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Awarded Exemplary Nurse and Bedside Scientist Grant for leading and coordinating initiatives that resulted in institutional process enhancements.
PICU Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center
Baltimore, MD
11.2009 - 03.2011
- Provided intensive care for critically ill patients with complex cardiac, neurological, and surgical conditions.
- Experienced in fast paced ICU setting providing compassionate care to critically ill patients and their families.
- Assumed additional responsibilities including preceptor for new nurses, member of arrest team, & pediatric representative for hospital-wide initiative for transition to computer charting.
- Completed advanced cardiac core class to care for cardiac surgery patients.
Pediatric Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, MD
09.2007 - 11.2009
- Provide age-appropriate care for pediatric medical-surgical patients with diverse diagnoses.
- Supported recovery for patients post-cardiac, pulmonary, orthopedic, and gastrointestinal surgery.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN12-2025
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD07-2007
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-2005
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Advanced physical examination
- Clinical assessment
- Primary care management
Certification
- Registered Nurse South Carolina License Number 279099
- CPR
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner Student
Barrier Islands Free Medical Clinic
10.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner Student
Roper St. Francis Hospital Primary Care and Women’s Health
02.2025 - 07.2025
Charge Nurse
Pediatric After-Hours Clinic Charge Nurse
09.2024 - Current
Urgent Care Nurse
Rady’s Children’s Hospital
10.2023 - 06.2024
Nurse Practitioner Student
Sweetgrass Pediatrics Primary Care
07.2020 - 10.2025
Staff Nurse Level III NICU
University Of California San Diego Medical Center
08.2013 - 06.2022
PACU / NICU Nurse
Anne Arundel Medical Center
04.2011 - 07.2013
PICU Nurse
University of Maryland Medical Center
11.2009 - 03.2011
Pediatric Nurse
Johns Hopkins Hospital
09.2007 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - undefined
Pennsylvania State University
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Program
Purdue University Global