Macey Faust
Madison
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant seeking a position to gain hands on patient care experience while providing compassionate support to patients and assisting healthcare teams.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Shadowing
Prairie Ridge Health
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Observed surgical procedures including robotic hernia repair, cholecystectomy, and colonoscopies
- Gained exposure to sterile technique and operating room teamwork while observing physician-patient communication during surgical procedures
- Shadowed primary care physician in outpatient clinic, observing patient evaluations and clinical workflow to understand effective patient care
Oncology Research Program Participant
University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Participated in oncology and biomedical research program, contributing to understanding of cancer
- Performed genetic research using Drosophila to explore genetic mutations relevant to cancer studies
- Joined lectures and career panels led by physicians and researchers to gain insights into oncology career pathways
Volunteer - Mission Trip
International Medical Relief
03.2025 - 2025
- Supported medical care for underserved populations in rural Guatemala.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene and physical activity.
- Assisted nursing staff with triage procedures and vital sign assessments.
Hospital Volunteer
American Family Children's Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Facilitated patient care activities to improve patient and family hospital experience
- Assisted hospital staff with basic tasks and supported patient care
- Delivered supplies to departments
Perry Initiative
12.2022
- Participated in mock surgeries to practice surgical techniques and decision-making skills.
- Gained insights on how engineering and surgical practices impact patient care.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Future Health Professionals (HOSA)
01.2022 - Current
- Coordinated blood drives and collected medical supplies for community health initiatives.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to explore various career paths.
Education
Biochemistry, Premedical Track
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Edgewood High School of The Sacred Heart
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- ADL assistance
- Mobility and transfers
- Infection control
- Patient assessment
- Critical thinking
- Medical research
- Attention to detail
- Communication and teamwork
- Compassionate patient care
Related Coursework
- AP Biology
- AP Chemistry
- AP Physics
- AP Calculus
- Medical Terminology
- Math 234: Calculus - Functions of Several Variables (UW-Madison)
- STAT 371: Introductory Applied Statistics for the Life Sciences (UW-Madison)
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), State of Wisconsin
Availability
Available evenings, weekends, and summer for CNA positions.
Timeline
Oncology Research Program Participant
University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
06.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer - Mission Trip
International Medical Relief
03.2025 - 2025
Hospital Volunteer
American Family Children's Hospital
03.2024 - 06.2024
Medical Shadowing
Prairie Ridge Health
01.2024 - 01.2025
Perry Initiative
12.2022
Future Health Professionals (HOSA)
01.2022 - Current
Biochemistry, Premedical Track
University of Wisconsin-Madison
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Edgewood High School of The Sacred Heart