Mackenzie Skold
Banner University Phoenix
Phoenix,AZ
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Professional healthcare provider with a solid foundation in clinical practice, patient care, and health education. Brings strong clinical assessment skills, patient support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal outcomes. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic healthcare environments, with experience developing personalized care plans and responding to complex patient needs.
Work History
Neuro Intensive Care Unit (RN)
1 Year 6 Months- Conducted advanced neurological assessments for patients on a 60-bed neuro ICU floor at a level 1 trauma center, ensuring accurate diagnosis and tailored care plans
- Proficient at conducting advanced neurological assessments on a 60-bed neuro ICU floor at a level 1 trauma center
- Analyzed complex patient data and interpreted trends to make timely clinical decisions in high-stakes situations, enhancing patient outcomes
- Recognized emotional needs of patients and families during difficult decision-making processes
- Served as preceptor and mentor for undergraduate nursing students and new hires, fostering professional development and ensuring adherence to best practices
- Trained rapid responder, stroke team member, and resource nurse; collaborating with Banners SWAT team
- Multiple Daisy Nomination award winner
CVC Neuro-Trauma Intensive Care Unit (RN)
2 Years- Provides patient care, assessments, and delivering adaptive nursing interventions for patients on a 30-bed ICU unit of a level 1 trauma center
- Interpreted and relayed critical changes in patient vital signs, ventilator settings, lab results, and telemetry monitoring to ensure timely interventions
- Assessed two patients per shift and collaborated with physicians to address immediate changes in patient conditions, enhancing health outcomes and facilitating faster recoveries
- Communicated with patients and their families compassionately, earning recognition for effectiveness in building trust and understanding
- Participated in community engagement initiatives to foster relationships with local organizations through HonorHealth’s Ambassador program and the Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society
- Member of the stroke team, trauma red and rapid response resource nurse
Neurotrauma and Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN)
1 Year 3 Months- Monitored patient health and provided timely nursing interventions for changes in health status
- Coordinated patient care to align with hospital standards, ensuring optimal treatment outcomes
- Communicated effectively with care team members to relay critical information on test results and treatment options to patients
- Educated patients and family members on procedures and protocols
- Achieved telemetry certification by completing required training and examinations
- Preceptor for nursing school students, new hires, transfer nurses, and military services
Senior Business Administrator (SBA)
1 Year 5 Months- Led team of project coordinators on routine office tasks for clients, candidates, and team members.
- Managed both reactive and proactive tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
- Established company-wide BA position, developing job description, career progression outline, protocols, and training for new hires while leading BA meetings and cross-divisional projects.
- Developed company-wide ER, intern/extern, and PC training protocols.
- Trained across all Govig’s divisions for recruiters, interns, project coordinators, and business administrators
- Received the 2021 Presidents Club Winner recognition
Business Administrator (BA)
1 Year 2 Months- Collaborated with Govig’s IT, Marketing Team, and TA Team to enhance individual team growth and increase overall team productivity
- Developed company-wide business development plan for new and tenured recruiters to drive recruitment strategies
- Managed several client invoices for multiple projects.
- Created training materials/manuals for database systems, conference organization, marketing, business development leads, and internet research
Project Coordinator (PC)
1 Year 9 Months- Supported a division of recruiters in the strategy and execution of team projects.
- Managed multiple candidates, hiring managers, and recruiters’ schedules.
- Delivered excellent customer service to clients through phone interactions and in-person visits, fostering strong relationships
- Received the "Collaboration" award in 2019 for consistently and constructively contributing to the team and others.
Education
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
Master of Nursing
Community Engagement – ASU Student Mentor and ASU COVID-19 Vaccinator
Bachelor of Arts - Neuroscience
Skills
Clinical assessment
Patient advocacy
Patient support collaboration
Infection control practices
Regulatory compliance
Compassionate care
Critical care nursing
Time management
Urgency and accountability
Adaptability and openness
Commitment to continuous education
Certification
Registered Nurse Practitioner: Arizona License (License Number XXX), Registered Nurse: Arizona License (License Number 275889; Expires April 1st, 2030), Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) – American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association, Trauma Care After Resuscitation Certification (TCAR), Advanced Trauma Care Nurse Certification (ATCN), Critical Care Registered Nurse Certification (CCRN), NIHSS Stroke Certified, Intravenous Ultrasound Certified, Sigma’s Nurse Management Certificate – Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
Timeline
Neuro Intensive Care Unit (RN)
Banner University Phoenix
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
CVC Neuro-Trauma Intensive Care Unit (RN)
HonorHealth Deer Valley
10.2023 - 10.2025Read More
Neurotrauma and Orthopedic Registered Nurse (RN)
HonorHealth Osborn
07.2022 - 10.2023Read More
Senior Business Administrator (SBA)
Govig & Associates; Scottsdale, AZ
02.2021 - 07.2022Read More
Business Administrator (BA)
Govig & Associates; Scottsdale, AZ
12.2019 - 02.2021Read More
Project Coordinator (PC)
Govig & Associates; Scottsdale, AZ
03.2018 - 12.2019Read More
University of Colorado Boulder
Bachelor of Arts from Neuroscience
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Arizona State University
Master of Nursing
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Grand Canyon University
Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate
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