Mackenzie Pfeiffer
Dubuque
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse specializing in cardiovascular and long-term care, currently advancing education with a BSN. Demonstrates strong capabilities in high-acuity patient management and staff precepting, serving effectively as Charge Nurse. Focused on patient safety and committed to leadership development through evidence-based practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Ambulatory Services)
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
- Peripheral IV insertion and management; IV medication and fluid administration
- Pre-procedure and post-procedure patient assessments
- Monitoring vital signs, symptoms, and treatment responses
- Phlebotomy and specimen collection
- Medication administration and reconciliation
Registered Nurse (CVU)
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
02.2024 - 01.2026
- Coordinated care for high-acuity cardiovascular patients including post-cath, open hearts, telemetry, and heart failure management
- Delegated tasks and prioritized patient care as Charge Nurse to ensure safe staffing and optimal patient outcomes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to manage complex cardiac cases and rapid response situations
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawkeye Care Center
02.2023 - 06.2024
- Medication administration and reconciliation (oral, injectable, topical)
- Patient-centered, compassionate care focused on dignity and quality of life
- Resident assessments, chronic disease management, and care planning
- Wound care, skin integrity maintenance, and pressure injury prevention
- Interdisciplinary collaboration, documentation, and care coordination
- Fall prevention, infection control, and safety compliance
- Delegation, time management, and supervision of support staff
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Hawkeye Care Center
03.2019 - 02.2023
Activities Assistant
Hawkeye Care Center
09.2018 - 03.2019
Education
Associates Degree Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Northeast Iowa Community College
12.2022
Associate of Arts Degree -
Northeast Iowa Community College
05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Moraine Valley Community College
05.2017
Skills
- Cardiac Monitoring & Telemetry
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Charge Nurse Leadership
- Precepting & Staff Development
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Time Management & Prioritization
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Education
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Certification
- Northeast Iowa Community College, Medication Administration Certification, 06/01/21
- Moraine Valley Community College, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 05/01/17
Safety Involvement
- Unit-based council
- Quality improvement projects
Clinical Experience
- Practiced assessment skills and administering medications through various routes under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Used time management to complete cares, charting, paperwork, and shift report.
- Thought critically about pertinent data and drafted care plans for patients.
- Finley Hospital: Medical Surgical, Labor and Delivery, & Intensive Care Unit
- Mercy Hospital: Medical, Emergency Room, Cardiovascular Unit, & Cath Lab
- Manchester Regional Hospital: Medical Surgical/Intensive Care Unit
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Ambulatory Services)
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse (CVU)
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
02.2024 - 01.2026
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawkeye Care Center
02.2023 - 06.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant/Medication Aide
Hawkeye Care Center
03.2019 - 02.2023
Activities Assistant
Hawkeye Care Center
09.2018 - 03.2019
Associates Degree Nursing -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Associate of Arts Degree -
Northeast Iowa Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Moraine Valley Community College