Makaeda Ellis
Boynton Beach
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in delivering patient care during travel assignments. Proven ability to adapt quickly to new environments and maintain high standards of care. Known for strong team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes through effective communication and flexibility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Med Pro, AMN
Across The Country
05.2024 - Current
- Adapted quickly to new charting systems, environments, patient populations, and coworkers
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and post-discharge care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital West
Pembroke Pines, FL
05.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients’ acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Nurse Extern
West Boca Medical Center
Boca Raton, FL
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Work multiple 12-hour shifts monthly in the ER of a hospital.
- Maintain an empathetic approach to patient care and deliver exceptional care to all patients.
- Perform required procedures on patients to include: intravenous catheter insertions (IV), blood draws, splinting, electrocardiography tests (EKG) and CPR as needed.
- Transport patients to appropriate floors/rooms.
- Assist registered nurse with foley catheter and nasogastric tube insertion as needed.
- Communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and registered nurse.
- Seek feedback from charge nurse to ensure continued growth and progression in clinical skills.
Barista
Starbucks Glades and Turnpike
08.2017 - 12.2020
- Created a wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Maintained supply levels in counter and customer areas to meet typical demands.
Lifeguard
Hilliard Family Aquatic Center
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool, learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as first aid, and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL12.2021
Associate of Arts - undefined
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05.2019
Skills
- Vital Sign monitoring
- Medical Spanish
- Medical Software- Epic
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Critical Thinking
- EKG Interpretation
Accomplishments
- Phi Theta Kapa Honor Society
- Alpha Chi Honor Society
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society
- Nursing Student Association Public Relations Chair
Certification
- AHA, BLS and first aid certified
- CPI certified
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- TNCC certified
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Med Pro, AMN
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Memorial Hospital West
05.2022 - Current
Nurse Extern
West Boca Medical Center
01.2020 - 03.2022
Barista
Starbucks Glades and Turnpike
08.2017 - 12.2020
Lifeguard
Hilliard Family Aquatic Center
05.2015 - 07.2017
Associate of Arts - undefined
Palm Beach State College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University