Mackenzie Miller
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional specializing in cardiac care and patient support. Expertise in streamlining communication and developing individualized care plans. Proven ability to manage time effectively while ensuring patients receive attentive and compassionate care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa
12.2022 - Current
- Provided post operative care for cardiac procedures such as angiograms, valve replacements, pacemaker insertion, ablations, etc.
- Provided direct patient care for 6 patients, ensuring high-quality support and monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff and physicians, facilitating timely interventions for urgent patient issues.
- Committed to professional growth through participation in continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences focused on telemetry nursing best practices.
Patient Care Technician
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported care for 23+ patients in acute setting, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Monitored and documented vital signs during patient assessments to inform care decisions.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and ambulation.
- Assisted healthcare team in monitoring cardiac activity using medical equipment.
- Prepare patients for cardiac procedures and surgeries.
- Facilitated effective communication among nursing staff to enhance patient care coordination.
- Send samples to lab for testing purposes.
Patient Care Technician
Broadlawns Medical Center
Des Moines, Iowa
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Supported needs of 25+ patients in an acute care setting.
- Recorded and monitored vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature, to ensure patient stability.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks and bathing.
- Assisted doctors and nurses during patient examinations to facilitate accurate assessments.
- Calmed distressed patients using established protocols to enhance their comfort and cooperation.
- Checked food trays and monitored patient food intake for dietary compliance.
- Sent patient samples to laboratory for diagnostic testing.
- Record patient's information in manual and computerized logs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA08-2022
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Des Moines Area Community College
Ankeny, IA12-2019
High School Diploma -
Ankeny High School
Ankeny, IA05-2018
Skills
- Cardiac monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Precepting and orientation of staff
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
12.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UnityPoint Health - Des Moines
09.2021 - 12.2022
Patient Care Technician
Broadlawns Medical Center
01.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Health Sciences
Associate of Applied Science - General Studies
Des Moines Area Community College
High School Diploma -
Ankeny High School