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
Lake Havasu City, AZ
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
Mansfield, TX
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
Mansfield, TX
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, ARBachelor of Science - Nursing
Harding University
Searcy, ARSkills
- 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