Mary Kate McAleer
Richmond,VA
Summary
Proactive and adaptable, with a proven track record at Select Specialty Hospital, where I enhanced preceptor efficiency and honed clinical skills. Demonstrated strong work ethic and time management, ensuring patient data integrity and safety. Excelled in fast-paced environments, showcasing resilience and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student–– Internship Position
Select Speciality Hospital
2220 Edward Holland Drive Richmond, VA 23230
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Supported preceptor in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority tasks.
- Gained valuable hands-on experience working within a clinical setting, applying learned concepts and skills directly into medical setting.
- Sorted and organized charts and maintained critical patient data.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Performed thorough physical assessments, identifying potential health risks and escalating critical information promptly to the appropriate clinical staff.
Nursing Student
St. Mary's Hospital, ICU
Richmond, VA
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to strict protocols for dosage and administration.
- Improved patient care by diligently monitoring and recording vital signs and symptoms.
- Assessed patients' needs and developed individualized care plans to enhance recovery.
- Applied evidence-based practice principles in providing high-quality nursing care for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments for newly admitted patients while making careful documentation of findings.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Nursing Student
Chippenham Hospital
Richmond, VA
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked with patients on the Trauma Step down unit (medical surgical clinicals, Pediatric Unit (pediatrics clinicals), Orthopedics Joint & Spine unit (medical surgical clinicals), and Tucker's Pavillion (mental health clinicals).
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Nursing Student
Poplar Spring Hospital
Petersburg, VA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Observed and (when permitted) contributed to group therapy sessions to build rapport, enhance social skills development, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution among patients with varying diagnoses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Nursing Student
Southside Medical Center
Petersburg, VA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Minimized complications during labor by closely monitoring mother and baby vital signs.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices and emerging trends in L&D nursing care.
- Implemented evidence-based protocols for fetal heart rate monitoring, ensuring accurate interpretation of data for optimal clinical decision making.
- Exemplified the highest standards of nursing practice by consistently maintaining a compassionate, professional demeanor when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College- Richmond, Virginia
Richmond 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Saint Gertrude High School
Richmond, VA06-2017
Skills
- Patience, Empathy, Compassion, and Respectfulness
- Time Management
- BLS Certified
- Strong Work Ethic
- Maintaining Safe Environment
- Reliability, Punctuality, and Professionalism
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Medication Administration
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Care Assessment
- Cultural Competency and Sensitivity
Timeline
Nursing Student
St. Mary's Hospital, ICU
10.2024 - 11.2024
Nursing Student–– Internship Position
Select Speciality Hospital
09.2024 - 11.2024
Nursing Student
Poplar Spring Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Nursing Student
Southside Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Nursing Student
Chippenham Hospital
01.2024 - 07.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bryant And Stratton College- Richmond, Virginia
High School Diploma -
Saint Gertrude High School