Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse skilled in direct patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Work History
Registered Nurse - Phone Triage
8 Months
Children's Community Pediatrics GIL | 12.2025 - Current
Manage high volumes of incoming pediatric triage calls from parents, caregivers, and patients and determine appropriate levels of care (home care, clinic, or ED)
Evaluate acute symptoms over the phone (respiratory distress, accidental ingestion, trauma), de-escalating high-stress situations, guiding panicked parents through basic first-aid
Educating families on medication dosing, symptom management, and pediatric red-flag warnings.
Care coordination with various specialties and DME companies for chronically ill pediatric patients
Care of Family Owned Horse and Kennel Business
4 Years 1 Month
Kiski Ranch & Kennel | 07.2022 - Current
Manage daily operations, ensuring high standards of animal care and facility maintenance on family-owned farm.
Registered Nurse on 6A (Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit)
1 Year 4 Months
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | 07.2024 - 11.2025
Deliver patient and family-centered care to pediatric patients with complex needs in orthopedic, neurological, neurosurgical, trauma, and non-accidental trauma specialties
Respond to emergency situations such as seizures and trauma-related complications
Provide age-appropriate education and emotional support
Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care standards.
Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
Monitor vital signs and assessed patients' conditions, documenting changes in electronic health records efficiently.
Educate families on pre- and post-operative care, enhancing understanding of recovery processes and self-management strategies.
Care Assistant
3 Years 10 Months
Grow Equine | 08.2020 - 06.2024
Cared for a child with William’s syndrome on an as needed basis.
Academic Tutor
1 Year 4 Months
Saint Francis University | 01.2023 - 05.2024
Facilitated one-on-one and group tutoring sessions with nursing students, improving student learning growth and advancement
Collaborated with the Nursing Department faculty to align tutoring strategies with curriculum goals and assessment standards to increase student performance
Student Nurse Intern on 6A (Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit)
3 Months
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh | 05.2023 - 08.2023
Worked one on one with a Registered Nurse completing all nursing duties with supervision and guidance.
Assisted in patient assessments and care planning under supervision of nursing staff.
Administered medications and treatments as directed by registered nurses.
Women’s Formal Wear Sales and Inventory Management
3 Years 1 Month
Get Dressed Formals | 04.2019 - 05.2022
Provided customer service, fitted dresses, controlled inventory, and organized dresses
Educated customers of range of styles and cuts and assisted in dress selection and accessories to customers of various demographics
Farmhand
1 Year
7th Heaven Horse Farm | 09.2015 - 09.2016
Cleaned thirty horse stalls and barn and followed specific feeding plans for each horse
Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting concerns to management for timely intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Francis University | Loretto, PA | 05-2024
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
President’s/Dean’s list recipient every semester with cumulative GPA of 3.84. Junior and senior year GPA 4.0.
Founder's Scholarship Recipient
Honor's Society Member
Earned credits towards a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Science. Dean's list recipient every semester.
High School Diploma
KISKI AREA HIGH SCHOOL | Leechburg, PA | 06-2019
Graduated with High Honors.
Completed various AP courses and earned college credits.
Skills
Direct patient care
Comprehensive patient assessments
Effective clinical decision-making
Patient and family education and advocacy
Medication administration
Infection prevention and management strategies
Accomplishments
Multiple DAISY Nomination Awards
Saint Francis University Nursing Academic Excellence Award - Professional Phase
Frankie's Award Recipient for Nursing Clinical Rotations
Pennsylvania International Barrel Racing Association State Champion
Saint Francis University Cheerleader
Saint Francis University Sorority Member of Phi Delta Kappa
Event coordinator for numerous horse show fundraising events
High school cheerleading captain
Youth Director of International Barrel Racing Association
Certification
Registered Nurse, State of Pennsylvania
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
AHA Basic Life Support
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization Certified
Trauma Certified (TCRN) through UPMC
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Phone Triage
Children's Community Pediatrics GIL
12.2025 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse on 6A (Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit)
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
07.2024 - 11.2025Read More
Student Nurse Intern on 6A (Ortho/Neuro/Trauma Unit)
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
05.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Academic Tutor
Saint Francis University
01.2023 - 05.2024Read More
Care of Family Owned Horse and Kennel Business
Kiski Ranch & Kennel
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
Care Assistant
Grow Equine
08.2020 - 06.2024Read More
Women’s Formal Wear Sales and Inventory Management