Mikayla Balerud, BSN-RN
San Diego,CA
Summary
Diligent Registered nurse with a strong background in various progressive/intermediate care settings. Proven ability to excel in high-acuity settings across multiple Level I teaching hospitals. Adaptable team player with extensive travel nursing experience, committed to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCU/IMU Float Pool
UC San Diego Health
08.2024 - Current
- Manage complex cases across various intermediate care units.
- Treat acute and chronic patients while tailoring care plans to each patient's specific needs.
- Deliver high-acuity patient care in fast-paced step-down units.
- Collaborate with other healthcare units to ensure continuity of care.
BMT PCU
UCHealth - University of Colorado
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Delivered specialized care to immunocompromised patients undergoing stem cell and bone marrow transplantation.
- Administered high-risk chemotherapy, blood products, immunosuppressants, and supportive therapies.
Neurosurgical/Neuroscience PCU
MUSC Health
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Provided specialized care in a neuro-focused progressive care unit at a Level I facility.
- Managed complex cases requiring continuous monitoring and advanced interventions.
- Performed rapid assessments while recognizing acute neurological changes.
Medical-Surgical
Allina Health Float Pool
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered comprehensive care to diverse patient populations.
- Adapted to dynamic unit-specific settings.
Oncology, BMT, Hematology
UCSF Medical Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Monitored for and managed transplant-related complications.
- Maintained vigilant infection control and symptom management.
BMT Nurse Coordinator
Stanford Medical Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated transplant journey for patient's and donors from initial evaluation and pre-transplant preparation to post-transplant care.
- Followed up with patients and families throughout the donation/recipient process & treatment cycles.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure timely care throughout the transplant continuum.
Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Hospice PCU
Mayo Clinic
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Renowned academic medical center.
- Supported complex oncology patients at a renowned academic medical center.
- Coordinated patient care and symptom management by planning, implementing, educating and evaluating treatment based on the patient's needs.
- Supported patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Renowned academic medical center.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
06.2020
Skills
- Epic
- Central line and arterial line care
- Chest tube and drain management
- Oxygen therapy, tracheostomy & HHF
- Continuous cardiac monitoring
- Blood product administration
- Emergency Response: Code participation
- Time management in high-pressure environments
Certification
- ACLS, 11/26
- BLS, 11/26
- NIHSS, 02/27
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification, 07/24
Timeline
PCU/IMU Float Pool
UC San Diego Health
08.2024 - Current
BMT PCU
UCHealth - University of Colorado
04.2024 - 07.2024
Neurosurgical/Neuroscience PCU
MUSC Health
10.2023 - 04.2024
Medical-Surgical
Allina Health Float Pool
05.2023 - 08.2023
Oncology, BMT, Hematology
UCSF Medical Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
BMT Nurse Coordinator
Stanford Medical Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
Medical Oncology, Hematology, and Hospice PCU
Mayo Clinic
10.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
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