Mikaela Wittmer
Fulshear,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Diligent College Student focused on Health Studies and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nursing Student
Sam Houston State University
The Woodlands, TX
08.2021 - 12.2022
- Carried out assigned tasks from nurses or physicians in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assisted in the development of patient care plans, including assessments and interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Implemented infection control measures according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, such as wound dressing changes, IV therapy, and medication administration.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed physical condition of patients by taking vital signs, checking skin color and condition, listening for abnormal breath sounds.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients and their families during difficult times.
Clinical Nursing Student
Cizik School of Nursing
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Observed post-operative patients for complications and assessed their response to treatment regimens.
- Carried out assigned tasks from nurses or physicians in a timely manner.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Assisted in the development of patient care plans, including assessments and interventions.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Implemented infection control measures according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
- Project Leadership
- Project Presentation
- Report Writing
- Deadline Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Basic Housekeeping
- Research and Analysis
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Fast Learner
- Punctual and Reliable
- Learning Assessments
- Microsoft Proficiency
- Physician Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Medication and Dosage
- Medical Records Management
- Emotional Support
- Care Plan Implementation
- Medication Administration
- Patient Support
- Team Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
Affiliations
- Weekly Bereavement Volunteer at St. Faustina Catholic Church, in Fulshear TX
- Small Group Leader for Youth at St. Faustina Catholic Church, in Fulshear, TX
- St. Faustina Food Drive Participant
- Have over 200 hours of clinical nursing experience, accumulated from both UT Cizik and Sam Houston State
Certification
- CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist) - Will pursue this certification in June 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Nursing Student - Sam Houston State University
08.2021 - 12.2022
Clinical Nursing Student - Cizik School of Nursing
01.2021 - 05.2021
University of Houston - Victoria, Katy, TX - Bachelor of Science, Health Studies
Cizik School of Nursing At UT - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Sam Houston State University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
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