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Cailey Wilkins

Windsor Heights

Summary

Dedicated cardiac surgical nursing professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality patient care and optimizing clinical outcomes. Proficient in cardiac monitoring, patient assessments, and emergency response. Reputation for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Strong work ethic, exceptional interpersonal skills, and deep commitment to patient safety and well-being. Consistently reliable and results-driven in all endeavors.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Telemetry Registered Nurse

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
  • Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
  • Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
  • Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
  • Increased patient satisfaction scores through attentive listening, empathetic support, and timely addressing of concerns.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency within the unit by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and collaborating with fellow nurses during peak periods of activity.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients while supporting their families during difficult times.
  • Managed complex patient caseloads with varying acuity levels, effectively prioritizing care needs and allocating resources as necessary.
  • Demonstrated commitment to professional growth through ongoing participation in continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences related to telemetry nursing best practices.
  • Advocated for patient needs, ensuring personalized and compassionate care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

CNA

Edencrest at Riverwoods
01.2021 - 09.2022
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA
12.2023

Skills

  • Patient-Focused Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Compassionate
  • Adaptable
  • Calm and Level-Headed
  • Time management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Clinical judgment
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Critical thinking

Certification

  • LVAD trained
  • NIHSS certified

Education and Training

I am currently a member of Unit Council for 7 North and work to improve the floor for the patients, nurses, and patient care techs!

Timeline

Telemetry Registered Nurse

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
02.2024 - Current

CNA

Edencrest at Riverwoods
01.2021 - 09.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Des Moines Area Community College

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