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- 1. Abbey McGrath, MSN, RN 24632 Stewart St., Loma Linda, CA 92354 ab_mcgrath@hotmail.com (425)999-1245 Education Master of Science in Nursing, Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL), Rush University, Chicago, IL, August, 2015 Cumulative GPA: 4.0 Bachelor of Arts in Biology, cum laude, Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA, May, 2012 Minor: German Studies; GPA: 3.78 International Baccalaureate Diploma, International School of Dusseldorf, Dusseldorf, Germany, May, 2008 Clinical Experience (1080 direct care clinical hours completed), Chicago, IL Labor & Delivery Unit – Rush University Medical Center, 228 hours, May to July 2015  In completion of Clinical Nurse Leader immersion, worked night shift with nursing preceptor delivering care in diverse areas: OB triage, labor management, postpartum care, pre/intra/post-operative care, and neonatal care  Expanded skills in patient advocacy, family-based education and care management, and interdisciplinary communication  Improved clinical skills in high acuity setting: assessment and critical thinking, high-risk medication administration Pediatric Intensive Care Unit – Rush University Medical Center, February 2015  In partial completion of Nursing Management of Complex Health Alterations Across the Lifespan Practicum: utilized the nursing process to assess, implement, and evaluate pediatric and family care; administered IV medications safely  Lead interdisciplinary rounds for toddler-aged pediatric patient; engaged in team collaboration and communication Adult Medical-Surgical Unit – Rush University Medical Center, March to April 2015 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit – Rush University Medical Center, Level III NICU, February 2015 Adult & Adolescent Inpatient Psychiatric Unit – Adventist Hinsdale Hospital, July to August 2014 Pediatric Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit – Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, January to February 2014  Improved skills in physical assessment, medication administration, tracheostomy care, and suctioning; formed therapeutic relationships with patients and families; communicated with interdisciplinary team to advocate for transitions in care Urinary/Gynecologic Post-Surgical Unit – Rush University Medical Center, September to November 2013 Work Experience Nurse Intern – Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, May 2014 to June 2015  Provided care to adult spinal injury patients and families; collaborated with nursing and interdisciplinary team Science & Art Camp Director – Walla Walla, WA, July 2013  Designed vision, planned hands-on projects, coordinated budget, and led science and art camp for elementary age children Certified Nursing Assistant – Park Manor Rehabilitation Center, Walla Walla, WA, October 2012 to April 2013  Worked in nursing team; established therapeutic relationships with long-term care/rehabilitation residents and families A.V.I.D. Tutor – A.V.I.D. Program, Pioneer & Garrison Middle Schools, Walla Walla, WA, February 2012 to June 2013  Collaboratively led class daily with teacher; planned independent lessons; identified students’ individualized learning needs Biology 111 Lab Assistant – Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA, August to December 2011  Responsible for lab set-up and clean-up; assisted students to execute and understand lab procedures Research Intern – Infectious Disease Research Institute, Seattle, WA, June to August 2011  Accepted in competitive application; helped plan and carry out experimental procedures on IDRI proprietary tuberculosis vaccine candidate; obtained approval to write and publish results in Whitman College undergraduate senior thesis South African Hospital Practicum – Manguzi Hospital, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, April 2011  Proposed an independent study project carried out in a 120 hour practicum focused on rural, impoverished pediatric care  Observed surgical and routine procedures; obtained vitals and complete activities of daily living; worked with children in growth and development stimulation activities with occupational therapy  Shadowed nurses and physicians in the labor & delivery unit, the antenatal clinic, and HIV, AIDS, STIs, & TB (HAST) clinic Resident Assistant – Whitman College Residence Life, Walla Walla, WA, January to December 2010  Fostered community development; developed skills for peer counseling; enforced college policy; planned programs Certified Nursing Assistant – The Marymoor Assisted Living, Redmond, WA, June to August 2010 and 2011  Provided assistance with activities of daily living; developed skills in therapeutic communication and task management
- 2. Leadership Positions Co-Program Coordinator – Reality Check Program, Ralph Ellison High School, Chicago, IL, November 2014 to May 2015  Developed relationships and collaborated with school community members to assess community needs  Obtained IRB approval for quality improvement project; designed, planned, implemented, and evaluated after-school, peer- led program to delay teen pregnancy and promote healthy sexual health behavior in partial completion of MSN degree Trained Adolescent Sexual Health Educator – Ralph Ellison High School, Chicago, IL, August to December 2014  Completed community assessment; applied nursing knowledge to deliver comprehensive education to ninth grade students; evaluated teaching outcomes; presented findings in academic setting Teaching Assistant – Rush University Medical Center (RUMC) Birth and Parenting Class, Chicago, IL, October 2014  Researched and presented current, evidence-based information in selected topics in maternal health and childbirth  Assisted a certified nurse midwife in teaching RUMC childbirth class to pregnant women and their partners Internship Coordinator – Executive Board, GlobeMed at Whitman College, Walla Walla, WA, September 2011 to August 2012  Co-launched new chapter of the national non-profit; designed global health awareness and fundraising campaigns  Planned, directed, and participated in eight-week global health and social justice internship with GlobeMed partner, Burmese Women’s Union in Mae Sot, Thailand; participated in women’s health care delivery in the field Group Leader – Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Whitman College, January 2010 to May 2012 (member since 2008)  Organized and facilitated Bible study with college students; developed community and relationships Volunteer Experience Sabbath School Teacher – Loma Linda University Church, October 2015 to present  Partnered with teachers to lead songs, lessons, and crafts centered on faith in Jesus Christ for fourth grade students Kids Rock Volunteer – Sachs Clinic, San Bernardino, CA, October 2015  Designed and led group lesson for elementary-age children as part of Loma Linda University Church Bible study outreach Nursing Volunteer – Maximo Nivel, Cusco, Peru, April to May 2015  Completed training in medical Spanish and utilized spoken language with patients and community members  Served in a clinic and in two rural locations to provide primary care and health education to women, children, and families Children’s Ministry Teacher – Park Community Church, Chicago, IL, January 2014 to June 2015  Coordinated and led lessons for elementary age children; employed creativity, problem-solving, caring, and compassion Travel Vaccination Clinic Volunteer – Chicago, IL, January 2015  Collaborated with a nurse practitioner to set up mobile clinic and administer vaccinations to adolescents traveling abroad Pediatric Flu Clinic Volunteer – University of Chicago, Comer Clinic, Chicago, IL, October to December 2014  Worked with nursing team to deliver seasonal influenza vaccinations and health education to children and families Franciscan Homeless Shelter Clinic Volunteer – Franciscan Homeless Shelter, Chicago, IL, January 2014 & May 2015  Managed patient care triage; conducted health history and physical; dispersed medications; provided compassionate care Child Life Services Volunteer – Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL, September 2013 to March 2014  Developed therapeutic relationships with pediatric patients and parents in the Emergency Department Walla Walla Community Hospice Volunteer – Walla Walla Community Hospice, Walla Walla, WA, October 2009 to April 2010  Provided patient comfort and support through active listening and developing relationships Writing & Publications Lagman, J., & McGrath, A. B. (2015). Reality Check: A peer-led program to prevent teen pregnancy and empower Chicago adolescents (Unpublished Master’s thesis). Rush University, College of Nursing, Chicago, IL. Certifications & Skills  Registered Nurse – California Board of Nursing, issued December 2015  Adult/Child/Infant CPR & AED Certification for Health Care Provider (BLS) – American Heart Association, valid until Sept 2016  Human Subjects Research, Basic Course – Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative, completed May 2014  Training in Epic and Cerner electronic medical record documentation systems Professional Organization Memberships  Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, inducted July 2015  American Nurses Association  National Student Nurses Association