Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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McKenzie Drapola

Kinsman

Summary

Compassionate and highly skilled Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU), providing critical care to acutely ill adult patients. Proficient in advanced life support, ventilator management, and the administration of high-risk medications. Known for quick decision-making under pressure, collaborative team approach, and dedication to improving patient outcomes in high-acuity settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
08.2021 - Current
  • Deliver critical care to adult patients with life-threatening medical conditions, including sepsis, respiratory failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.
  • Monitor and manage complex ventilator settings, vasoactive drips, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring equipment.
  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
  • Perform rapid assessments and respond to emergency situations such as code blues and acute clinical deteriorations.
  • Maintain detailed documentation in electronic medical records (EMRs), ensuring accurate reporting for continuity of care.
  • Precept and mentor new nurses and nursing students, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

Student Facility Assistant

YSU
08.2017 - 05.2021
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
  • Boosted gym cleanliness by performing routine maintenance tasks, including sanitizing equipment and tidying up workout areas.
  • Improved gym member satisfaction by providing assistance with exercise equipment and demonstrating proper techniques.
  • Facilitated a welcoming atmosphere for new members, offering personalized tours of the facility and answering questions about available services.

Nursing Assistant

Trumbull Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

Cashier

Ulta Beauty Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Assisted coworkers when needed to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently, fostering teamwork within the store environment.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing excellent product knowledge and timely assistance on the sales floor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH
05-2021

High School Diploma -

Brookfield High School
Brookfield, OH
05-2017

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient assessments
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Infection control measures
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Precepting
  • Team coordination
  • Emergency response

Accomplishments

  • Selected to serve as preceptor for new ICU nurses and nursing students, enhancing team competency and confidence.
  • Earned CCRN certification, demonstrating advanced knowledge and expertise in critical care nursing.
  • Provided critical care to COVID-19 patients with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), including management of ventilators, proning protocols, and ECMO coordination.

Certification

  • CCRN
  • ACLS
  • BLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
08.2021 - Current

Nursing Assistant

Trumbull Regional Medical Center
05.2019 - 03.2021

Cashier

Ulta Beauty Inc.
10.2017 - 05.2019

Student Facility Assistant

YSU
08.2017 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Youngstown State University

High School Diploma -

Brookfield High School
McKenzie Drapola