Marisa Kanaga
Akron
Summary
Compassionate future Licensed Practical Nurse committed to delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced hospital settings. Strong assessment skills and clinical accuracy enhance effective collaboration within healthcare teams. Prepared to leverage foundational training and recent academic knowledge to support patient outcomes and advance nursing practice.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Practicum
Cleveland Clinic
Medina, OH
07.2026 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive care and comfort to high-acuity patients.
- Provided comprehensive care and comfort to high-acuity patients, supporting their recovery and well-being.
- Evaluated wounds and executed dressing changes as necessary during each shift.
- Evaluated wounds and executed dressing changes during each shift.
- Executed care and nursing plans, ensuring adherence to best practices within LPN student scope of practice.
- Assisted nursing staff during available moments, actively seeking opportunities to learn and enhance skills.
Clinical
Bath Creek Estates
Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
05.2026 - Current
- Aligned in multidisciplinary 'Plan of Care' meetings for high-risk residents.
- Administered medications via oral, topical, and IM with 100% accuracy.
- Monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels to track clinical stability.
- Maintains Foley catheters, G-tubes, and peripheral IV sites under RN supervision.
- Assesses residents for signs of infection, skin breakdown, or cognitive changes.
- Sustained compliance with HIPAA regulations and facility safety protocols.
- Identifies environmental hazards to reduce fall risks for high-risk residents.
Clinical
Cleveland Clinic - Akron General
Akron, Ohio
05.2026 - 06.2026
- Employed strong analytical aptitude with rapid problem-solving to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care in fast-paced clinical environments.
- Performed venipuncture and initiated IV therapy following state-approved protocols.
- Assessed lung sounds, bowel sounds, and neurovascular status during frequent head-to-toe shifts.
- Configured and managed indwelling urinary catheters using aseptic technique.
- Drew laboratory specimens, including blood, urine, and wound cultures.
- Handled tracheostomy care and suctioning for patients with compromised airways.
- Adapted supplemental oxygen based on pulse oximetry and physician orders.
- Identified subtle changes in heart rhythms and alerted the RN/MD immediately.
- Tracked strict intake and output (I&O) for patients with renal or cardiac failure.
Clinical
Tranquility Of Copley
Copley, Ohio
01.2026 - 02.2026
- Managed complex medication regimes, including IV therapies and injections.
- Assessed post-surgical sites and performed advanced wound care.
- Monitored telemetry and pulse oximetry for residents with acute respiratory needs.
- Supplied tracheostomy and gastrostomy tube (G-tube) care and feedings.
- Facilitated Ostomy care, oxygenation support via nasal canula to residents.
- Balanced high-acuity clinical tasks with compassionate bedside manner.
Clinical
Mulberry Gardens
Monroe Falls, Ohio
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Performed wound care and dressing changes on various staged wounds following sterile protocols.
- Fulfilled resident care with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and documented pertinent changes in patient status.
- Administered daily medications and treatments under RN supervision.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Herzing University
Akron, OH08-2026
Skills
- Compassionate care
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Analytical solutions
- Multitasking
- Patient-centered approach
- Patient assessment
Timeline
Practicum
Cleveland Clinic
07.2026 - Current
Clinical
Bath Creek Estates
05.2026 - Current
Clinical
Cleveland Clinic - Akron General
05.2026 - 06.2026
Clinical
Tranquility Of Copley
01.2026 - 02.2026
Clinical
Mulberry Gardens
11.2025 - 02.2026
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Herzing University