Margaret McGowan

mcgowan.mar@husky.neu.edu
Education
NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Boston, MA
Fourth year student in 5 year nursing baccalaureate program Expected Graduation, May 2015

THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston, MA
Private College Preparatory School Graduation, June 2010
Varsity Basketball and Soccer

Work Experience
BOSTON CHILDRENS HOSPITAL Boston, MA
Clinical Assistant, 6 West, Bone Marrow Transplant Unit July-Dec. 2013, Full Time
Jan. 2014-Present, Per Diem
Work closely with nursing to care for 6 to 8 patients per shift; obtain vital signs and weights; document intake and output;
relay changes in patient status efficiently to nurses. Perform point of care testing and assist in admission and discharges.
Be knowledgeable regarding specific chemotherapies, diets, and side effects of the bone marrow transplant process.

FRANCSICAN HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN Brighton, MA
Nurses Assistant, Unit 3, Respiratory Rehabilitation Unit July- December 2012, Full Time
Jan.-November, 2013- Per Diem
Work closely with health care team to provide care to 4 or 5 medically complex pediatric patients per shift. Communicate
effectively with nursing team, physicians and therapists. Assist nurses with dressing changes and tracheostomy care;
administer G and J tube feeds; complete vital signs, morning care, G tube care efficiently. Accompany patients to
appointments at outside hospitals.

PRIVATE CHILD CARE BUSINESS Greater Boston Area
Co-manager, Childcare Provider 2003-Present
Provide care for a diverse group of 70 families, including after-school care, vacation nanny, and respite care for families
with children with special needs.

NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Boston, MA
Office Assistant, Center for Sports Medicine and Performance 2010- 2013
Greet athletes, obtain research for athletic trainers, input treatments into online database and organize stock.

WALTHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS AUTISM PROGRAM Waltham, MA
Paraprofessional 2009- 2012
Taught applied behavioral analysis, followed a behavioral plan specified for each child and assisted the teacher.

THE CHILDRENS GARDEN Weston, MA
Assistant Teacher 2006-2010
Supervised small groups of children, aided teachers in implementing the curriculum, set up activities.

Volunteer Experience
WALK NOW FOR AUTISMT SPEAKS Boston, MA 2012
CHILDRENS HOSPITAL BOSTON Boston, MA 2008-2011
o Engaged patients in the hospital through play and crafts, provided support to families, sanitized and
organized playroom.
THE WORLD FORUM ON EARLY EDUCATION Belfast, Ireland 2009
o Organized activities in Hospitality Room and International Book Exchange and general conference
support
CARTWHEELS FOR KIDS Waltham, MA 2008-2009
o Taught swimming lessons to children with Autism and physical disabilities.