McKayla Gough
West Jordan,UT
Summary
A nurse with leadership and effective communication skills. Enthusiastic and great with people. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery. Reliable and adaptable in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
03.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Care Coordinator
Castell - Intermountain Healthcare
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated patient care services by ensuring that patients received needed care
- Set goals with different affiliated organizations for quality assurance
- Assessed and screened patients for preventative measures
- Provided education to patients about medical processes such as colonoscopies and mammograms
- Provided needed referrals for patients that needed specialized care
Medical Assistant
Intermountain Health
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Ensured the cleanliness, sanitation and maintenance of all facilities, exam rooms and equipment
- Demonstrated proficiency in taking medical histories, vital signs, as well as performing venipuncture, injections and diagnostic testing
- Complied with HIPAA and OSHA regulations
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rocky Mountain Care
10.2017 - 08.2018
- Provided direct, hands-on care to patients
- Assisted with checking vital signs and other medical needs
- Helped patients with activities of daily life such as: ambulating, toileting, feeding, changing of clothes, and brushing teeth
- Ensured responsible and timely communication with the RNs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Utah06.2024
Associate degree - Pre-Med Health Sciences
Salt Lake Community College
Utah06.2021
Skills
- Organized
- Detail Oriented
- Flexible
- Always positive
- Great with teams
- Adaptable
Accomplishments
- Trained with experience navigating multiple EMR databases including: EPIC and iCentra
- Religious Church Mission: 03/01/16 - 09/30/17
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Huntsman Cancer Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Care Coordinator
Castell - Intermountain Healthcare
04.2022 - 02.2024
Medical Assistant
Intermountain Health
09.2018 - 04.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Rocky Mountain Care
10.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate degree - Pre-Med Health Sciences
Salt Lake Community College
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