Mikaela Turner Putnam
Shelby,NC
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with over 7.5 years of experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Demonstrates expertise in medical-surgical, orthopedic, and cardiac specialty areas while excelling at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs. Proven skills in medication administration and treatment implementation, complemented by a detail-oriented approach to routine care and emergency response. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through dedicated service and effective team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Nurse
CaroMont Health
Gastonia, NC
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Executed comprehensive exams and evaluated test outcomes for accurate diagnosis.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions.
- Documented patient care and outcomes precisely using EHR systems. (EPIC)
- Provided treatments and administered medications as directed by physicians across various facilities.
Travel Nurse
Atrium Health
Shelby, NC
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Performed detailed assessments of patient conditions.
- Implemented strategies to optimize long-term disease outcomes.
- Demonstrated exceptional clinical decision-making skills.
- Oversaw administration of intravenous treatments.
- Advocated effectively for patients and families.
- Developed comprehensive post-discharge care plans.
Travel Nurse
Carolina East Medical Center
New Bern, NC
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Progressive Care Unit with 30 beds 1:5 patient ratio
- Delivered clear instructions about treatments and medication regimens for effective health maintenance.
- Recorded all aspects of care in patient charts. (EPIC)
- Documented and relayed alterations in health status to relevant healthcare teams.
Travel Nurse
UNC Lenoir Health Care
Kinston, NC
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Progressive Care Unit with 45 beds 1:7 patient ratio
- Provided comprehensive education on medications, treatments, and lifestyle adjustments to support condition management.
- Delivered prompt and professional care during emergency medical situations.
- Oversaw recovery processes for patients post-medical and surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Carteret Health Center
Morehead City, NC
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Progressive Care Unit with 31 beds, 1:5 patient ratio.
- Oversaw patient care throughout entire hospital stay.
- Conducted training for new nurses on appropriate techniques and care standards.
- Educated about comprehensive disease management techniques.
- Interpreted and tracked EKG readings to monitor patient condition.
Registered Nurse
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
02.2017 - 10.2020
- Step Down Unit with 31 beds 1:5 patient ratio
- Served as charge nurse for over two years, assisting floor nurses with treatment and care provisions for all 31 patients.
- Educated incoming nurses on maintaining high-quality care and ensuring safety compliance.
- Administered medications and IV treatments.
- Managed care from admission to discharge
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Charlotte, NC12.2016
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Chronic disease management
- Joint commission compliance
- Diabetes management
- Cardiac monitoring
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Discharge Planning
Certification
- BLS/ACLS, 12/2023
- NIHSS, 12/2023
Timeline
Travel Nurse
CaroMont Health
10.2023 - 07.2024
Travel Nurse
Atrium Health
12.2022 - 03.2023
Travel Nurse
Carolina East Medical Center
03.2022 - 11.2022
Travel Nurse
UNC Lenoir Health Care
10.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Carteret Health Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Duke University Hospital
02.2017 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Charlotte