LAUREN COLONE
Canton
Summary
Soon-to-graduate Physician Assistant student at Eastern Michigan University seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant position. Passionate about acute care medicine and eager to contribute diagnostic reasoning, procedural competency, and clear patient communication in a high-volume emergency department setting. Dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2021 - 04.2024
- Dispense prescriptions accurately, perform COVID-19 testing, and assist patients with medication questions.
- Communicate with providers and insurance companies to resolve prescription issues.
- Provide patient counseling support under pharmacist supervision.
Nurse Aide
Beaumont Health
Wayne, MI
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted patients with daily living activities including bathing, toileting, and dressing. Supported patients in maintaining personal hygiene and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team for timely interventions and enhanced patient outcomes.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records, supporting continuity of care across shifts.
Volunteer
Medical-Surgical Unit - Beaumont Health
Wayne, MI
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted patients with comfort needs and personal care tasks to enhance overall well-being.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to streamline communication regarding patient needs and updates.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Education
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Eastern Michigan University
08.2026
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Eastern Michigan University
04.2021
Skills
- Patient interaction & communication
- Vital signs measurement & basic clinical procedures (student level)
- EMR documentation (EPIC)
- Team collaboration in healthcare settings
- Detail-oriented and adaptable in fast-paced environments
- OSHA & HIPAA compliance knowledge
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Provider — American Heart Association (Valid through May 2027)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider — American Heart Association (Valid through May 2027)
Relevant Clinical Rotation Experience
- Emergency Medicine- Henry Ford Health Fairlane - 11/17/2025 - 12/12/2025 (161.45 hours)
- Emergency Medicine- Trinity Health Ann Arbor - 6/8/2026 - 7/17/2026 (Currently in progress)
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate Research Associate - Eastern Michigan University | Dec 2018 - Mar 2020
- Conducted platinum-based chemistry research under Dr. James Hoeschele for anti-tumor applications.
- Prepared and analyzed chemical compounds, maintained lab safety protocols, and recorded experimental data.
Professional Affiliations
- Member, American Academy of Physician Assistants, 2024 - present
- Member, Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants, 2024 - present
Timeline
Nurse Aide
Beaumont Health
04.2022 - 01.2023
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
06.2021 - 04.2024
Volunteer
Medical-Surgical Unit - Beaumont Health
03.2021 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Science - Physician Assistant Studies
Eastern Michigan University