MEGAN MORRIS
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Life Associate
Children's Minnesota Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated rapport-building between children, families, and healthcare providers through effective communication strategies.
- Maintained safe and inviting playroom environments by adhering to strict sanitation guidelines, ensuring optimal health conditions for patients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities within the field of child life, maintaining current knowledge on best practices and emerging trends.
- Enhanced patient experience by providing age-appropriate activities and emotional support to children in a hospital setting.
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Employer
09.2023 - Current
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Maintained open communication with parents to discuss progress, challenges, and goals for the children.
Child Life Practicum Student
St. Louis Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Provided customized support to each child based on their unique developmental needs and medical experiences.
- Strengthened family connections by providing support and resources during hospital stays.
- Observed Child Life Specialist prepare children for medical procedures through age-appropriate education, easing anxieties and improving cooperation.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by implementing therapeutic play activities during practicum sessions.
- Developed effective communication skills while interacting with diverse populations during practicum experiences in various healthcare settings.
Pediatric Volunteer
Children's Minnesota Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Volunteer in the Child Life Zone at the St. Paul campus
- Supervised by a Certified Child Life Specialist and Associates
- Engaged in proper age development play and activities for ages 3-18
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others
- Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
Pediatric Volunteer
Essentia Health St. Mary's Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Reporting back to a Certified Child Life Specialist
- Contributed to the overall well-being of pediatric patients through compassionate support and assistance.
- Perform proper cleanliness in playrooms, interacting with patients and families, and helping staff with anything they need
- Upheld correct protocols for infection prevention and control
- Complied with HIPAA standards to confidentially maintain patient medical information.
Child Care Associate
Essentia Health
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes for children ages 3 months-6 years old
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Preschool Head-Start Program Student Intern
Piedmont Elementary
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Engaged with students ages 3-5 Monday-Thursday over the course of the spring semester 2022
- Worked with many children with behavioral issues that increased throughout the semester
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Private Family - Nanny
Woodbury
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Worked with 2 elementary aged boys five days a week from June-August
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
Camp Counselor
Saint Paul Parks And Recreation
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked with children ages 5-13 of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels five days a week
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions
- Supervised field trips once a week.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Early Childhood Studies
University of Minnesota Duluth
Duluth, MN05.2023
Skills
- Child Development
- Creative Activities
- Developmentally Appropriate Interventions
- Positive Learning Environment
- Safety Precautions
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Skill-Building Activities
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Child Life Associate
Children's Minnesota Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Child Life Practicum Student
St. Louis Children's Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Employer
09.2023 - Current
Pediatric Volunteer
Children's Minnesota Hospital
05.2023 - 01.2024
Pediatric Volunteer
Essentia Health St. Mary's Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2023
Child Care Associate
Essentia Health
08.2022 - 01.2023
Preschool Head-Start Program Student Intern
Piedmont Elementary
01.2022 - 04.2022
Private Family - Nanny
Woodbury
06.2020 - 08.2020
Camp Counselor
Saint Paul Parks And Recreation
06.2019 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Applied Science - Early Childhood Studies
University of Minnesota Duluth
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