Madison Merkel
Summary
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
5C Pulmonary Medicine
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
07.2025 - Current
- Managed complex pulmonary patients requiring advanced oxygen therapies, including high-flow nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP, Venturi masks, non-rebreather devices, oxymizers, and tracheostomies.
- Monitored continuous telemetry, interpreted cardiac rhythms, and promptly identified and escalated acute clinical changes.
- Initiated Rapid Response and Code Blue activations, providing immediate assessment, intervention, and multidisciplinary collaboration during patient deterioration.
- Delivered comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care for high-acuity progressive care patients with respiratory and cardiac comorbidities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Medical Intensive Care Unit
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
Greenville, SC
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided care for intubated and sedated patients, including monitoring ventilator settings, sedation levels, and overall patient stability.
- Managed care for CRRT and dialysis patients.
- Observed bronchoscopy procedures, emergency intubation, thoracentesis, arterial/central line insertions, and transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Adapted quickly to high-pressure situations in fast-paced healthcare settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05-2025
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient education resources
- Proficient in MyChart, ProEpic, and PerfectServe
Senior Practicum
Medical Intensive Care Unit 01/2025 - 04/2025
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
Preceptor: Seth Keith
- Provided care for intubated and sedated patients, including monitoring ventilator settings, sedation levels, and overall patient stability.
- Managed care for CRRT and dialysis patients.
- Observed bronchoscopy procedures, emergency intubation, thoracentesis, arterial/central line insertions, and transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Leadership & Professional Involvement
- Co-Chair, Unit Council.
- Preceptor for new graduate registered nurses.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to design and organize unit T-shirts promoting team engagement and unit pride.
- Coordinated monthly seasonal unit décor and designed personalized staff name tags to promote a welcoming environment and strengthen unit culture.
Certification
- BLS – Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advance Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
5C Pulmonary Medicine
07.2025 - Current
Medical Intensive Care Unit
Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital
01.2025 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Carolina