I'm Katherine Shaw, a nursing student in Bozeman, Montana, with CNA certification and hands-on clinical exposure. I bring professionalism, reliability, and a patient-centered approach to every role, whether I'm supporting care teams, assisting ophthalmology patients, or teaching swim lessons. I enjoy building relationships with patients, families, and students, and I thrive in collaborative environments that emphasize safety, learning, and compassionate care. I'm eager to continue serving the Bozeman community through healthcare, education, and outreach.

Katherine Shaw

I'm Katherine Shaw, a nursing student in Bozeman, Montana, with CNA certification and hands-on clinical exposure. I bring professionalism, reliability, and a patient-centered approach to every role, whether I'm supporting care teams, assisting ophthalmology patients, or teaching swim lessons. I enjoy building relationships with patients, families, and students, and I thrive in collaborative environments that emphasize safety, learning, and compassionate care. I'm eager to continue serving the Bozeman community through healthcare, education, and outreach.

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I’m Katherine Shaw, a nursing student in Bozeman, Montana, with CNA certification and hands-on clinical exposure. I bring professionalism, reliability, and a patient-centered approach to every role, whether I’m supporting care teams, assisting ophthalmology patients, or teaching swim lessons.

I enjoy building relationships with patients, families, and students, and I thrive in collaborative environments that emphasize safety, learning, and compassionate care. I’m eager to continue serving the Bozeman community through healthcare, education, and outreach.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Lead Medical Assistant at Bozeman Foot and Ankle Clinic
June 2, 2023 - October 2, 2024
Provided full-time medical assistant support during a transition period between ownership; prepared patients for the doctor, scheduled, sterilized tools, coordinated clinic needs, and trained new staff until the start of the MSU Fall 2025 semester.
Sterile Processing Technician at Bozeman Health
November 2, 2024 - June 2, 2025
Contract role with detail-oriented sterile processing duties: decontaminating, assembling, packaging, and sterilizing surgical instruments; proper handling and cleaning of endoscopy tools.
Ophthalmic Assistant / Optician at Medical Eye Specialists
June 1, 2023 - October 1, 2024
Prepared patients to see the doctor by collecting medical history, IOP, visual acuity, initial refraction, and dilation drops; captured images with OPTOS and OCT; assisted with suture removal and cleaning of tools; supported injections as needed.
Swim Instructor at Ridge Athletic Club
July 1, 2025 - August 2, 2025
Provided private and group swim lessons for all levels; enforced pool rules; built strong relationships with students and families and developed practice strategies for outside lessons.
Volunteer — Adaptive Horseman Ship Program at Eagle Mount
January 1, 2014 - Present
Volunteer; involved in adaptive horseback riding programs, camp counseling, horse care, equipment care, and program support for individuals with diverse abilities.

Education

Nursing (In Progress) at Montana State University
January 1, 2024 - May 1, 2028
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Montana (State Certification)
August 1, 2025 - January 20, 2026
High School Diploma at Gallatin High School
September 1, 2022 - December 1, 2023

Qualifications

AHA 2024 Certified Nursing Assistant
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
AHA 2024 Certified Nursing Assistant - Montana
January 11, 2030 - January 20, 2026
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
August 1, 2025 - January 20, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other