Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Capstone
Certification
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Rachel Kretzschmar

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

Compassionate healthcare professional with a background as a CNA, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excel at communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Allina Health
Minneapolis, Minnesota
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided direct care to critically ill patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit.
  • Engaged directly with ECMO, Swan, and CRRT patients
  • Facilitated patient mobility through assistance with transfers and ambulation exercises.
  • Supported patients during rehabilitation after open-heart surgery

Emergency Department Technician

M Health Fairview
Burnsville, USA
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided first aid and CPR when necessary in emergency situations.
  • Worked alongside doctors and nurses to provide supplies, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
  • Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by the physician or nurse.
  • Collaborated with nurses to ensure timely patient care and support services.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN, USA
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN, USA
05-2024

Skills

  • Adaptable
  • Direct patient care
  • Emergency care
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Reliable team player

Capstone

Adult Intensive Care Unit

Fairview Ridges Hospital, Burnsville, MN, September-December 2025

  • 225 hours of clinical experience

Certification

The American Heart Association

  • Basic Life Support

State of Minnesota

  • Certified Nursing Assistant

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Allina Health
01.2025 - Current

Emergency Department Technician

M Health Fairview
01.2023 - 01.2025

Master of Science - Nursing

University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Minnesota