Compassionate child life intern skilled in therapeutic play, family-centered care, and developmental assessment. Ready to enhance pediatric experiences through engaging activities and emotional support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Life Intern
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Cincinnati, Ohio
01.2026 - Current
Rotation 1- Critical Care Float
Rotation 2- Cancer and Blood Disorders Institute
Mini Rotation- Same Day Surgery
Internship Project- Transplant Teddy Bears and Transplant Activity Menu
Daycare Teacher
Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, Wisconsin
05.2025 - 01.2026
Facilitated regular assessments of children's developmental progress to tailor learning experiences.
Supervised and engaged children during circle time, free play, and outdoor activities to foster a safe and interactive environment.
Coordinated and led diverse activities that enhanced children's physical, mental, and social development.
Child Life Assistant
Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, Wisconsin
06.2025 - 12.2025
PICU and Impatient Pediatrics
Assisted child life specialists in implementing therapeutic play activities to foster emotional healing.
Coordinated age-appropriate diversional activities to alleviate stress and anxiety in pediatric patients.
Personal Care Assistant
MRCI
Mankato, Minnesota
01.2024 - 05.2025
Supported pediatric clients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity during bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Elevated patient morale and quality of life through dedicated and compassionate care.
Developed individual plans of care based on assessment findings.
Oncology Volunteer
Mayo Clinic Health System
Mankato, Minnesota
09.2023 - 05.2025
Prepared examination rooms and ensured proper equipment availability.
Provided emotional support to patients and family members during visits.
Assisted healthcare professionals with patient intake and registration processes.
Child Life Practicum Student
Gundersen Health System
La Crosse, Wisconsin
06.2024 - 07.2024
Rotation- Emergency Department
Mini Rotations- Same Day Surgery
Observed CCLS and patients during medical procedures to assess coping skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Studies
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Mankato, MN
05-2025
Skills
Therapeutic play
Developmental assessment
Psychosocial assessment
Family-centered care
Child advocacy
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Child development expertise
Medical terminology
Multicultural sensitivity
Timeline
Child Life Intern
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Child Life Assistant
Gundersen Health System
06.2025 - 12.2025
Daycare Teacher
Gundersen Health System
05.2025 - 01.2026
Child Life Practicum Student
Gundersen Health System
06.2024 - 07.2024
Personal Care Assistant
MRCI
01.2024 - 05.2025
Oncology Volunteer
Mayo Clinic Health System
09.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Child Development And Family Studies