Emily Gabbett
Long Beach
Summary
Compassionate and driven nursing professional with a lifelong passion for hands-on experience in critical and acute care settings. A deep sense of empathy and commitment to patient-centered care is evident in every interaction. Inspired by dedicated nurses who provided exceptional care during personal family experiences in the NICU and pediatric hospitalizations, a strong foundation in nursing has been established through active engagement in various roles, including vice president of the National Honor Society and positions as a student nurse technician and nursing assistant. Completing a competitive summer nurse externship in surgery solidified a passion for critical care, highlighting the importance of clinical skills and critical thinking in stabilizing patients and supporting families. Eager to contribute to a dynamic critical care team, with an unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Hospital
Gulfport, Ms
07.2025 - Current
- Proactively self-scheduled clinical shifts across specialty areas of interest to gain exposure to diverse nursing practice environments.
- Shadowed registered nurses to observe and understand workflow, patient management, and interdisciplinary collaboration within each unit.
- Assisted in medical procedures and provided direct patient care under supervision.
- Partnered with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes and enhance quality of care.
- Participated in educational sessions, improving knowledge of clinical practices and procedures.
Summer Nurse Extern - Surgery
Memorial Hospital
Gulfport, Ms
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Practiced nursing responsibilities under the supervision of a preceptor in the surgical department.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Initiated IV therapy, performed venipuncture, collected surgical specimens, and assisted with intraoperative circulation.
- Supported perioperative care by working in the preoperative holding area, operating room, and post-anesthesia care unit.
- Managed patient discharges, facilitated transfers to higher levels of care, and provided comprehensive patient education.
- Collaborated effectively with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and certified registered nurse anesthetists.
Student Nurse Technician
Singing River Health System
Ocean Springs, Ms
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Performed clinical skills as validated through nursing coursework, including IV therapy, wound care, and venipuncture.
- Assisted physicians and nurses during medical procedures to support high-quality patient care.
- Provided direct patient care, including hygiene assistance and monitoring of vital signs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to assess patient needs and identify opportunities to enhance care delivery.
- Strong knowledge of infection control protocols and maintaining sterile technique.
- Proficient in EHR documentation, specifically Epic.
Multi Skilled Technician
Memorial Hospital - Gastroenterology Center
Gulfport, Ms
01.2024 - 05.2025
- Record and monitor patients’ vital signs and document results in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Schedule and coordinate medical procedures and patient appointments to ensure efficient clinic operations.
- Assist providers during medical examinations and minor procedures.
- Communicate patients’ medical needs and updates to healthcare providers to support continuity of care.
- Experienced in obtaining prior authorizations for specialty medications, diagnostic tests, and medical procedures in collaboration with insurance companies and medical providers.
- Proficient in EHR documentation, specifically Cerner.
Education
Associate Degree of Nursing (RN) -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Gulfport, Ms05.2026
Skills
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Microsoft Word
- Electronic Health Record Software
- Standard Nursing Principles
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Memorial Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Summer Nurse Extern - Surgery
Memorial Hospital
05.2025 - 07.2025
Student Nurse Technician
Singing River Health System
11.2024 - 07.2025
Multi Skilled Technician
Memorial Hospital - Gastroenterology Center
01.2024 - 05.2025
Associate Degree of Nursing (RN) -
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College