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McKenna Braaten

Oxbow,ND

Summary

Highly motivated future student eager to learn more about practical healthcare applications especially in the physician assistant profession. Devoted to advancing care for patients with sound diagnostics and treatment protocols. Skilled in helping patients feel comfortable and working collaboratively in a team setting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Sanford Brain and Spine Center
04.2023 - Current
  • Provided direct hands-on care among Neurosurgery, Neurovascular, Neurology, Pain Clinic, and Chiropractic and Spine.
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.

Server

Oxbow Country Club
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Summer Nanny

Sanders Family
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Enhanced child's emotional well-being by providing attentive and nurturing care during summer months.
  • Monitored and assisted child with Type 1 Diabetes with insulin and blood sugar levels
  • Encouraged healthy eating habits among children by preparing nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary preferences or restrictions.

Summer Nanny

Gross Family
06.2020 - 08.2020
  • Resolved conflicts between children using effective communication techniques that fostered empathy and respect among peers.
  • Developed strong rapport with parents, communicating daily updates on their children's progress and needs.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND
05.2025

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Excellent communication
  • Empathy and compassionate care
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Patient advocacy
  • Active listening
  • Leader
  • Problem Solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Basic Life Support/AED (2025)

Leadership Experience

  • Co-President Pre-Physician Assistant Club (2024-2025)

- Organized meetings, coordinated guest speakers and events, and mentored students on PA school preparation

  • Director of Academic Enrichment of Alpha Gamma Delta (2024)

- Coordinating academic efforts with a focus on enrichment and recognizing achievement

  • Vice President Administration of Alpha Gamma Delta (2023)

- Handle behind the scenes paperwork, record attendance, mediate conflict

Job Shadowing Experience

  • Derek Weninger, Orthopedic Surgery PA-C, Sanford, ~ 34 hours
  • Ann Owens, Rural Medicine Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine PA-C, Sanford, ~ 12 hours
  • Peter Tronset, Neurosurgery PA-C, Sanford, ~ 6 hours
  • Dan Deutsch, Neurosurgery PA-C, Sanford, ~ 6 hours
  • Heidi Olson-Fitzgerald, Family Medicine PA-C, Catalyst Medical Center + Clinical Spa, ~ 16 Hours
  • Tosha Ulmer, Plastic Surgery APRN, CNP, Center for Plastic Surgery, ~ 7 hours

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Sanford Brain and Spine Center
04.2023 - Current

Server

Oxbow Country Club
05.2022 - 10.2022

Summer Nanny

Sanders Family
06.2021 - 08.2021

Summer Nanny

Gross Family
06.2020 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

North Dakota State University

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