Mackenzie Henderson
Crown Point,Indiana
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level student nursing position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in nursing fundamentals, med-surg, pharmacology and most medical terminology. Responds to situations with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Student Nurse
Indiana University Northwest Nursing Program
08.2022 - Current
- Effectively managed time during busy clinical shifts by prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring proper dosages and adherence to medication schedules.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols and procedures.
- Improved patient outcomes through close collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by actively listening to concerns and providing necessary resources or referrals when needed.
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations under supervision, identifying potential health concerns for early intervention efforts.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as foley catheterization, and tracheostomy care during clinical rotations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and effective communication regarding treatment plans.
- Collaborated with preceptors in managing complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, leading to improved patient outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
Gary, IN05.2025
High School Diploma -
Crown Point High School
Crown Point, IN01.2021
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Physical Assessment
- Health Promotion
- Nutrition Support
- Patient Care
- Vital signs
- Vital signs monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital sign assessment
- Team Collaboration
- Nursing Assessments
- Pain assessment
- Patient Education
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Emotional Support
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Care plan implementation
- Care Plan Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
Collegiate Athlete for Indiana University Volleyball (2021-Present)
Captain of Varsity Volleyball Team (2023-Present)
Timeline
Clinical Student Nurse
Indiana University Northwest Nursing Program
08.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University Northwest
High School Diploma -
Crown Point High School
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