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Makenna Schmiedel

Iowa City

Summary

Passionate nurse with 1.5 years of experience, specializing in pediatric intensive care. Qualified in providing care to critically ill patients with a wide range of diagnoses. Dedicated to providing holistic care in order to attend to both the physical and mental well-being of each and every patient, I'm provided the opportunity to care for.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Stead Family Children's Hospital
Iowa CIty
02.2025 - Current
  • Provided compassionate and competent care to critically ill pediatric patients at a 28-bed, level 1 trauma center.
  • Collaborated with members of the healthcare team to develop and implement complex patient care plans.
  • Managed ICU specific interventions like central lines, arterial lines, and mechanical ventilation.
  • Assessed and quickly made informed decisions in emergent situations.
  • Assessed family dynamics, identified psychosocial needs, provided emotional support, and referred families for additional services when necessary.
  • Attended continuing education classes and conferences related to critical care nursing practices.
  • Active member of unit committees.

Certified Nursing Assistant

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
05.2020 - 01.2025
  • Provided compassionate care to geriatric patients in rural communities.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Attended to patients' emotional and physical needs to provide holistic care.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
12-2025

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Emotional support
  • Care plan development
  • Electronic health record/documentation
  • Hemodynamic monitoring
  • Time management

Certification

ACLS/BLS (Basic Life Support)

Timeline

Staff Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

Stead Family Children's Hospital
02.2025 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

GrapeTree Medical Staffing
05.2020 - 01.2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Iowa
Makenna Schmiedel