Makayla Downing
Navarre,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Registered Nurse
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions to ensure prompt intervention and stabilization.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care, resulting in improved patient compliance and reduced readmission rates.
- Performed medical procedures such as EKGs, venipuncture, cardiac monitoring, urinalysis, UCG testing, observation and assessment of vital signs, foley placement, POC swabs, and medication administration.
- Demonstrated expertise in triaging patients, prioritizing care, and managing time efficiently in 24-bed Emergency Department.
- Served as preceptor for newly hired nurses and students, providing mentorship and guidance to promote professional growth and ensure high-quality nursing practice.
Nurse Extern
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2022
- Maintained continuity of care by communicating changes in patient condition with physicians, family members, and other care team members.
- Reported all observed symptoms, reactions, treatment, and changes in patient condition to the RN.
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
- Practiced patient care by taking vital signs, providing wound care , establishing intravenous access, inserting catheters, and helping with sterile and non-sterile dressing changes.
- Administered medications in a timely manner and documented under direct supervision of the RN.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL12.2022
Skills
- Patient Stabilization
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Prioritizing Patients
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Intravenous Therapy
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- MHFA - Mental Health First Aid
Timeline
Nurse Extern
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
John D Archbold Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Florida State University
Activities Awards
- President's List, Florida State University
- Dean's List, Florida State University
- Valedictorian, Navarre High School
Volunteer Experience
- Student Government Association: College of Nursing Senator
- Strike Out Arthritis!: Host a fundraising event and collect donations for Arthritis Foundation.
- Dance Marathon: Fundraise for the Children's Miracle Network and encourage participation.
- Student Nurses Association: Nonprofit organization that works to mentor future nurses.
Activities Awards
- President's List, Florida State University
- Dean's List, Florida State University
- Valedictorian, Navarre High School
Volunteer Experience
- Student Government Association: College of Nursing Senator
- Strike Out Arthritis!: Host a fundraising event and collect donations for Arthritis Foundation.
- Dance Marathon: Fundraise for the Children's Miracle Network and encourage participation.
- Student Nurses Association: Nonprofit organization that works to mentor future nurses.
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