1. Shay L. Kosa
8685 Rio San Diego Drive, APT 4426, San Diego, CA 92108
(860) 202-4608 | shay.kosa@gmail.com
Objective
Seeking a position as a full time registered nurse utilizing interpersonal, critical thinking, communication and
organizational skills in order to provide compassionate, holistic, and quality care.
Education
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Bachelor of Science, Nursing, May 2014
Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse, State of Connecticut, License No. 120045, State of California, Pending
Certification in American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED), July 2014 – July 2016
Clinical Experience
St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center, Hartford, CT
Student Nurse, Capstone Rotation – Cardiac (Telemetry)/Pulmonary Medical/Surgical Nursing, January 2014 – May 2014
 Worked one-on-one with a nurse preceptor to care for a patient assignment over a 12 hour shift;
individually performed assessments, set goals, and created interventions for each patient; performed
medication administration and carried out all nursing orders; performed patient teaching and education;
charted all care and assessments for each patient using electronic charting software; collaborated with
doctors, pharmacists, nursing assistants, case management, and other healthcare professionals to provide
well-rounded care to the patient
Study Abroad, Cape Town, South Africa
Student Nurse, Maternity and Pediatric Nursing Rotation, September 2013 – December 2013
Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT
Student Nurse, Medical/Surgical Nursing Rotation, January 2013 – April 2013
The William W. Backus Hospital, Norwich, CT
Student Nurse, Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing Rotation, January 2013 – April 2013
Hospital for Special Care, New Britain, CT
Student Nurse, Rehabilitation Unit, September 2012 – December 2012
Masonicare Partners Home Health & Hospice, East Hartford, CT
Student Nurse, VNA Services, September 2012 – December 2012

2. Work Experience
Companions & Homemakers, Inc., Enfield, CT
Personal Care Assistant, June 2015 – July 2015
 Worked with client to provide bathing/showering, grooming, and dressing; Prepared meals and worked
with client to feed and maintain medication schedules; Assisted with maintenance of the home;
Performed transfers and bowel/bladder care; Collaborated with family members to coordinate care, report
on ADLs, and maintain safety of the client.
Kulana Malama, Ewa Beach, HI
Registered Nurse, March 2015 – June 2015
 Worked full-time to provide care to children, adolescents, and adults with complex medical conditions in
a sub-acute long-term care facility designed to be like a home-like setting; Provided specialized care to
patients dependent upon ventilators; Performed tracheotomy care, suctioning, and monitored oxygen
levels; Performed gastrostomy and colostomy care; Provided enteral nutrition and monitored electrolyte
and fluid levels; Administered medications via gastrostomy tubes, ventilators, and central lines; Worked
with family members to provide education and support needed in order to help achieve a goal of
discharge for the patient.
Enfield Child Development Center, Enfield, CT
Summer Teacher’s Aide, June 2011-August 2011, May 2012-August 2012, June 2013 – August 2013, June 2014 –
September 2014
 Worked with infants, toddlers and preschoolers; coordinated with teacher to plan, execute, and evaluate
activities; assisted in routine activities such as naps, meals, bathroom, dressing, and trips; arranged and
maintained teaching materials and equipment; cooperated with teacher in developing and maintaining a
relationship with parents; maintained a secure environment for the children
Allied Community Resources - PCA Waiver Program, Mansfield, CT
Personal Care Assistant, January 2013 – May 2013
 Assisted with grooming, bathing, and dressing; assisted with meal preparation and maintenance of the
home; assisted with transferring and mobility needs
Office Depot, Enfield, CT
Copy Center Associate/Cashier, March 2009 – March 2012
 Assisted customers in a friendly manner with needs such as copying, faxing, laminating, binding, and
mailing; utilized computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Publisher to create products for
customers such as invitations, brochures, calendars, and business cards; adhered to deadlines as set by the
customers; organized tasks and fellow co-workers to achieve specific goals
Volunteer Experience
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, Hartford, CT, Child Life Volunteer, June 2012 – August 2012
Big Brothers Big Sisters, Natchaug Elementary School, Windham, CT, Mentor, September 2011 – April 2012

3. Mansfield Middle School Tutoring Program, Mansfield, CT, Tutor, September 2011 – April 2012
Membership
Member of the National Student Nurses’ Association, January 2012 – Present
 Attendance of the National Student Nurses’ Association Annual Convention in April 2012, 2013, and
2014
Leadership Activities
UConn Student Nurses’ Association, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Vice President, September 2012 –
December 2012 and Interim President, January 2013 – May 2013
Achievements
Dean’s List, University of Connecticut School of Nursing, Fall 2012 and Spring 2014