MacKenzie Illa
Menomonie,Wisconsin
Summary
I am a new graduate nurse with capstone/transitions experience in labor and delivery and postpartum care, and a strong interest in pediatrics. I am BLS certified, committed to compassionate, family-centered care, patient safety, and positive outcomes!
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Technician
Mayo Clinic
03.2026 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in patient care procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems to enhance communication.
- Supported daily operations by preparing medical equipment and ensuring cleanliness in clinical areas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate efficient patient flow and streamlined care processes.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and medication management to promote recovery and compliance.
- Medication administration
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2022 - 03.2026
- Records vital signs and bedside test results in official patient charts.
- Upheld rigorous cleaning and sanitation protocol to protect staff and patients from blood-borne, airborne, and surface-transferred pathogens.
- Helped maintain patient cleanliness, providing support for bathing, bathroom needs, and other areas of personal hygiene.
- Delivered safe and effective patient care services in compliance with nursing standards and best practices.
- Engaged with patients, learning about each individual and establishing rapport to encourage personal comfort.
- Trained new nursing assistants on facility protocols and patient-care techniques.
- Operated medical equipment like wheelchairs, bedpans, and oxygen tanks proficiently.
- Personalized patient care while maintaining orderly flow.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colfax Health And Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Documented and reported patient behavior observations, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Prioritized assigned tasks when managing a high patient caseload.
- Answered call lights to aid patient comfort.
- Built patients' trust through compassionate, person-centered care.
- Safeguarded residents' rights and confidentiality.
- Provided feeding assistance to patients where necessary.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI05-2026
Skills
- Patient safety management
- Medical equipment operation
- Recording vital signs and I&O's
- EPIC/EMAR documentation
- Patient care technician/assistant (CPCT/A)
- Medical team collaboration
- Basic life support
- Medication Administration
- Specimen collection
- Pediatric care
- Patient assessments
- Quality improvement
Timeline
Nurse Technician
Mayo Clinic
03.2026 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Mayo Clinic Health System
07.2022 - 03.2026
Certified Nursing Assistant
Colfax Health And Rehabilitation Center
02.2022 - 08.2022
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Chippewa Valley Technical College