Kayla Ruffo, '21, is an ER Registered Nurse at Children’s National Hospital. She shares her experiences from Catholic University here.

Briefly describe your responsibilities.

"I provide a mix of both acute and critical care to pediatric patients ages 21 and under."

How did your Conway School and Catholic University education help you find this career path?

"Catholic Univeristy’s Conway School of Nursing has instilled a solid foundation of nursing skills and knowledge, providing me confidence to provide excellent patient care."

What activities were you involved in during undergrad?

"I was a member of the Student Nurses' Association, the Swimming & Diving team, LAUNCH Nurse Trainee at Children’s, and Catholic Athletes for Christ." 

What were some highlights of your time at Catholic University?

"My highlights were winning the Landmark Championships for swimming in 2020 and participating in a internship for nursing at Children’s National Hospital."

What advice do you have for students during their job search?

"Keep your options open and talk to upperclassmen! I learned so many positive things about hospitals around the area."