Cadence McKenzie
Fayetteville
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant with a completed degree in Human Development and Family Sciences, pursuing a career as a Physician Assistant. Experienced in patient-centered care, community service, and working with diverse populations. Seeking a non-clinical internship with Arkansas DHS to support community outreach, program coordination, and services for underserved and vulnerable populations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
MANA Family Medicine South
Fayetteville
10.2023 - Current
- Responsible for history of present illness and vital signs
- Input patient information into an electronic charting system
- Maintained professional speech and a positive demeanor while interacting with patients
- Reported to the Medical Doctor about patients in order to keep visits efficient
- Swabbed patients for Covid, Flu, and Strep and collected urine specimens
Volunteer, EMPOWER Program
The University of Arkansas
Fayetteville
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Served as a social mentor for four university students with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering independence, confidence, and social integration on campus
- Assisted students in developing Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as time management, personal responsibility, communication, and self-advocacy
- Collaborated with program staff, peers, and families to support individualized goals and progress
Intern
Down Syndrome Connection
Fayetteville
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Spearheaded a personal project to redesign the organization's website, ensuring it accurately reflects all available resources for families in Northwest Arkansas
- Collaborated with board members and families to identify essential resources and improve accessibility for individuals with Down syndrome
- Conducted in-depth research on community programs, healthcare services, and educational opportunities for individuals with Down syndrome
Volunteer
Life Source Kids After School Program
Fayetteville
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Led educational lessons focused on math and reading comprehension
- Promoted social-emotional development by modeling and teaching sharing, kindness, and proper manners
- Organized educational activities for children to enhance social skills and creativity
- Collaborated with staff to plan and execute engaging after-school activities and lessons
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, Arkansas, AR12-2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Electronic charting
- Social integration
- Activity planning
- Research skills
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Volunteer, EMPOWER Program
The University of Arkansas
08.2025 - 01.2026
Intern
Down Syndrome Connection
01.2025 - 07.2025
Volunteer
Life Source Kids After School Program
01.2025 - 05.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
MANA Family Medicine South
10.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Sciences
University of Arkansas