Caitlin O'Gary
Woodbury
Summary
Registered nurse who has experience with direct patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Well-organized and motivated to continue to learn.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025
- Worked on a Pediatric Surgical/Subspecialty unit and cared for patients recovering from surgery, along with patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma and Chron's disease.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Performed thorough patient assessments to identify changes in a patient's condition.
- Communicated with physicians about important patient findings and needs.
- Administered medications safely and closely monitored for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and family-centered care.
- Contributed to the unit by assisting co-workers, serving as charge nurse, and precepting new nurses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Caregiver
Looking Glass Learning Center
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Cared for children ages newborn to five years old.
- Assisted with diaper changes, meals, and cleaning.
- Prioritized the children's safety while under my care.
- Engaged in play and learning activities.
Nursing Assitant II
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Worked at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital as a nursing assistant.
- Worked in the float pool and cared for a wide variety of pediatric patients.
- Monitored patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake and output.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing and dressing.
- Provided timely updates to nursing staff about patients' vital signs and condition.
Nurse Intern
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Worked at Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital as a nurse intern on the NICU step-down unit and a GI/behavioral unit.
- Guided by a preceptor to learn many nursing skills.
- Obtained the skills of distributing of medications, communicating with other healthcare workers and time management.
Girls Youth Lacrosse Coach
Stow Lacrosse
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Coached girls youth lacrosse.
- Developed practice plans, scheduled games, ensured safety and encouraged teamwork.
- Communicated with parents to address any concerns or questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2024
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Direct Patient Care
- Leadership (Charge Nurse and Preceptor)
- Time management
- Organization
- Documentation using EPIC
- Communication
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS) certification
Affiliations
- Students for Professional Nursing Club
- Freedom Paws Club
- Kent State University Club Lacrosse Captain
Clinical Experience
- Marymount Hospital- Medical Surgical Unit
- MetroHealth Hospital- Medical Surgical Unit
- Akron General- Labor and Delivery Unit
- Akron Children's- Infant and Adolescent Units
- Rainbow Babies & Children's- NICU step-down and GI/Behavioral Units
- Cleveland Clinic Main Campus- Coronary Artery ICU
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Akron Children's Hospital
08.2024 - 06.2025
Nurse Intern
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
Caregiver
Looking Glass Learning Center
01.2023 - 07.2024
Girls Youth Lacrosse Coach
Stow Lacrosse
10.2022 - 05.2023
Nursing Assitant II
Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
09.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
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