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Mikayla Ballard

Mansfield,TX

Summary

Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented professional offering support and comfort to patients and families through strong interpersonal and communication skills. Diligent ICU Nurse with demonstrated success in emerging patient care seeking a start as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

ICU Travel Nurse

RN Network
06.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Documented all elements of care and updated patient charts and confidential files to reflect changes in care plans, interventions applied, and observations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop impactful treatment plans.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.

ICU Staff Nurse

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2023
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Explained health care issues and ramifications to all patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
  • Supervised over 10 new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.

PACU Staff Nurse

Baylor Scott And White Surgicare
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
  • Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with facility policies and maintaining situational awareness.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Harding University
Searcy, AR

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Harding University
Searcy, AR

Skills

  • Disease Processes
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Conference Coordination
  • Patient Needs Assessment
  • Collaboration
  • Family Advocacy
  • Problem-Solving
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Patient Education

Timeline

ICU Travel Nurse

RN Network
06.2023 - Current

PACU Staff Nurse

Baylor Scott And White Surgicare
07.2021 - 09.2022

ICU Staff Nurse

Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
02.2019 - 03.2023

Master of Science - Nursing

Harding University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Harding University
Mikayla Ballard