Mikayla Oertner
Whitesville,KY
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering six years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and superb bedside manner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Emergency Department Technician
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels within the Emergency Department.
Emergency Department Technician
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Conducted regular inventory checks of medical supplies to maintain adequate stock levels within the Emergency Department.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant - Oncology
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05.2023
High School Diploma -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School
Madisonville, KY05.2018
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate Care
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Family Communication
- Health Education
- Care Planning
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Deaconess Gateway Hospital
09.2022 - 02.2023
Emergency Department Technician
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2021 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Baptist Health Medical Group
10.2019 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant - Oncology
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
11.2018 - 09.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madisonville Community College
High School Diploma -
Madisonville North Hopkins High School