Audrey Merenda ● 585-***-**** adcodj@r.postjobfree.com

Objective

To gain employment as a physician assistant in a surgical setting to use my skills, training, and education to care for surgical patients. Education

M.S. Physician Assistant Studies. May 2020

Seton Hall University. School of Health and Medical Sciences, Nutley, NJ B.S. Biology. Magna Cum Laude. May 2018

Seton Hall University, South Orange, NJ

Certifications

NCCPA Certification Anticipated May 2020

American Heart Association ACLS Expires October 2020

American Heart Associated BLS/CPR Expires December 2021 Related Clinical Experience

General Surgery (8 weeks) Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ

First, second, and third assisted in general, neurosurgery, urology, bariatric, breast, and colorectal surgeries at a premier teaching, level II trauma hospital.

Suctioned, retracted, guided laparoscopic cameras, and closed skin with sutures and instrument ties.

Performed bedside procedures, such as surgical dressing changes, incisions and drainages, and wound packing.

Evaluated vital signs, basic body systems, incisions, and surgical dressings in postoperative patients and treated accordingly.

Interpreted imaging, including CT scans and x-rays, and labs, including CBC and CMP, and made care recommendations. Orthopedic Surgery (4 weeks) Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY

First and second assisted in orthopedic procedures, including joint replacements, at an urban teaching hospital.

Responsibilities included patient positioning, retracting, suctioning, applying dressings, stapling, and one-hand suture ties.

Evaluated postoperative patients with close attention to musculoskeletal and neurological exams and made recommendations for care and disposition.

Performed bedside procedures, including surgical dressing changes and pulling drains, and witnessed joint aspirations.

Interpreted imaging for fractures, including x-rays and CT scans, and lab results for bleeding and infection.

Assisted in initial assessment, fracture reduction, casting, and splinting of ER patients with acute fractures. Critical Care Medicine (4 weeks) Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY

Collaborated with a team of doctors and advanced practice providers in the surgical ICU, neurocritical care unit, and the associated step-down unit at a comprehensive stroke center in an urban setting.

Thoroughly evaluated patients, creating care plans with tight control of blood pressures, fluids, electrolytes, and blood sugars.

Witnessed procedures for critically ill patients, including intubation, thoracentesis, bedside ultrasound, and placement of central venous catheters, arterial lines, nasogastric tubes, PEG tubes, Swan Ganz catheters, and external ventricular drains.

Aided in procedures, including surgical dressing changes, wound-vac changes, and pulling central lines.

Responded to hospital code alerts to assist with advanced cardiac life support. Pediatrics (8 weeks) Gruenwald & Comandatore, Millburn, NJ

Assisted with physicals and patient education for primarily upper-class patients ranging from neonates to adolescents.

Performed sick visits, including evaluation of cold and flu-like symptoms, skin infections, sprains, and concussions.

Discussed all findings with preceptors and collectively determined an appropriate treatment plan for acute complaints.

Witnessed minor office procedures, such as ear lavage, vaccine administration, and cryotherapy. Audrey Merenda ● 585-***-**** adcodj@r.postjobfree.com Emergency Medicine (4weeks) Mountainside Hospital, Glen Ridge, NJ

Evaluated patients in a community hospital emergency room and associated fast-track, recognizing life-threatening conditions.

Obtained appropriate histories and physicals for chief complaints and made recommendations for care and disposition.

Ordered diagnostic imaging, ECGs, and labs for differential diagnoses. Interpreted all results with emergency room providers.

Performed and assisted in procedures, including splinting, laceration repairs, suture removal, and ultrasounds. Cardiology (4 weeks- In Progress) Sands Constellation Heart Institute, Rochester, NY

Performed initial consults at an urban teaching hospital for chief complaints such as chest pain, palpitations, and dyspnea.

Assessed preoperative patients to determine cardiac clearance for surgery.

Ordered and interpreted tests, including CBC, CMP, troponin, coagulation studies, ECGs, echocardiograms, and chest x-rays.

Witnessed right and left cardiac catheterizations for patients with STEMIs and ventricular arrhythmias. Other Clinical Experience

Internal Medicine (8 weeks) Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ

Psychiatry (4 weeks) Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ

OB/GYN (4 weeks) St. Mary’s General Hospital, Passaic, NJ

Family Practice (4 weeks) Office of Dr. Anthony Pastena, Nutley NJ

Geriatrics (4 weeks) Empire Medical Associates, Maplewood, NJ

Outpatient (4 weeks) Trinitas Regional Medical Center, Elizabeth, NJ

Outpatient (4 weeks- to be completed) North Brunswick Medical Associates, North Brunswick, NJ Related Experience

Mobilizing Physician Assistants November 2019- Present

Collaborated with classmates to provide monthly workshops for underserved high school students interested in healthcare.

Aided in healthcare related group presentation poster and taught basic healthcare skills, such as taking blood pressure. Interprofessional Education Participant August 2017-May 2019

Collaborated with an interdisciplinary healthcare team to evaluate medical cases and reflect on patient-centered care. Patient Care Technician, Per Diem, Rochester General Hospital, Rochester, NY June 2016-Present

Provided direct patient care, including bathing, patient positioning and transfers, and taking vital signs on an orthopedic unit.

Collaborated closely with a team of nurses, physical therapists, and occupational therapists to ensure patient satisfaction. Phonathon Caller, Seton Hall University Alumni Relations, South Orange, NJ January 2016-December 2017

Educated alumni about university updates and developed rapport in order to solicit donations for the Seton Hall Fund. Active Member of Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity at Seton Hall University January 2015- May 2018

Engaged in one-hour weekly visits to a Pillar Care Continuum group home, providing arts and crafts for clients.

Participated in service events, such as Alzheimer’s walks, Special Olympics events, and soup kitchen volunteering. Research Experience

Primary Investigator. Effects of Preoperative Comorbidity Documentation on Postoperative Outcome January 2019- Present Affiliations/Memberships

American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) October 2018-Present Service Chair, Physician Assistant Student Society of Seton Hall University June 2019-May 2020 Skills

Computer: Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

Medical: Epic, Athena, eClinicalWorks

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