Makenna Schuelke
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Highly-motivated and Organized Student Nurse with passion for obstetric patients with future goals to obtain a Master's degree in Certified Nurse Midwifery. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge in this field of nursing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Float/Scribe/Urgent Care
Avera
Sioux Falls, SD
07.2023 - Current
- Input details about patient histories, physical examinations, medications and other information into physical or electronic charts.
- Administered medications and immunizations as prescribed by a physician.
- Assisted physicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Greeted and assessed patients' needs, complaints, and symptoms to provide appropriate care.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Brain and Spine
Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls, SD
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
Patient Transporter
Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls, SD
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols.
- Responded promptly and appropriately to requests for transportation from hospital staff.
COVID-19 Screener
Avera McKennan Hospital
Sioux Falls, SD
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Administered temperature checks using non-contact thermometers for individuals entering the facility.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avantara Milbank
Milbank, SD
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dakota Wesleyan University
Sioux Falls12-2024
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeast Technical College
Sioux Falls06-2022
High School Diploma -
Milbank High School
Milbank05-2020
Skills
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Management
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Vast knowledge of Expanse EMR system
- Documentation Abilities
- Patient Education
Accomplishments
- Trained and educated various levels of nurses and nursing students at my current positions as an LPN at the Family Health Center and Urgent Care, as well as when I was employed at the Brain and Spine inpatient unit
- Experience with the Meditech system from an inpatient and outpatient perspective
Affiliations
- Served on a mission trip in Playa De Oro, Guatemala and participated in a health clinic in the summer of 2023. Taking part in local fundraising at the church when unable to attend trip.
- Volunteering as a 5th grade religious education teacher alongside my husband
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Float/Scribe/Urgent Care
Avera
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse, Brain and Spine
Avera McKennan Hospital
08.2022 - 06.2023
Patient Transporter
Avera McKennan Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
COVID-19 Screener
Avera McKennan Hospital
10.2020 - 03.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Avantara Milbank
11.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dakota Wesleyan University
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Southeast Technical College
High School Diploma -
Milbank High School