Mikayla Peck
Registered Nurse
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Positive, empathetic, and dedicated healthcare professional with deep understanding of cardiac care and patient management. 3.5 years of cardiac ICU experience. I possess critical knowledge of cardiac conditions and treatments, along with proficiency in advanced patient monitoring and critical care. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and providing top-tier care in high-stress environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Primary Children's Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- I started as a new graduate nurse in the pediatric cardiac ICU unit. The hospital I work for is a level 1 trauma center taking high volumes and the highest acuity patient's in the state. Our heart center is nationally recognized and is listed in the top 10 heart centers in the nation.
- I completed all my advanced education and technical skills required of the facility and am able to care for high acuity patients.
- The patient's under my care are typically pre-op or post-op congenital heart defect patients. Ranging from ASD/VSD closure, TGA arterial switch, hypoplastic arch reconstructions, valve replacements, single ventricle palliations, VAD placements, centrimags, heart transplants, and bedside care for patient's receiving ECMO, etc. Our heart center specializes in Berlin VAD placements and single ventricle palliations.
- I am competent is caring for patients, on ventilators, vasoactive drips, VADs, open chests, cardiac pacing, and EVDs.
- Skills
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff members, sharing clinical expertise and guiding them towards professional development.
- Managed critical patient cases for optimal recovery with timely interventions and assessments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress toward goals within electronic health records systems.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction levels, and overall efficiency within the Cardiac ICU unit.
- Assisted physicians during procedures such as central line insertions and chest tube placements, ensuring safe and efficient completion.
- Provided continuous hemodynamic monitoring for critically ill patients, adjusting treatments accordingly to optimize outcomes.
- Demonstrated competency in the administration of various cardiac medications such as antiarrhythmics, anticoagulants, vasopressors, and inotropes for optimal therapeutic effects.
- Anticipated potential complications in high-risk cardiac patients through vigilant assessment of vital signs trends and EKG changes, initiating prompt interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for cardiac patients.
- Participated in code blue situations as an integral member of the resuscitation team, applying advanced life-saving techniques under high-stress scenarios.
- Effectively managed patients by efficiently prioritizing care needs and delegating tasks to support staff as needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication with peers, interdisciplinary team members, and leadership personnel.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a fast-paced Cardiac ICU setting.
- Communicate with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Educate families on cardiac conditions, treatment options, and post-discharge care, facilitating informed decision-making processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University
Ogden, UT04-2023
Skills
Critical care nursing
Advanced cardiac life support
ECG interpretation
Collaboration with multidisciplinary team
Compassionate care
Patient safety
Clinical judgment
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Teamwork
Problem-solving
Time management
Honest and dependable
Self motivation
Adaptable and flexible
Team collaboration
Active listening
Problem-solving aptitude
Pediatric advanced life support
Analytical thinking
End-of-life care
Coaching and mentoring
Professionalism
Reliability
Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Timeline
Pediatric Cardiac ICU Registered Nurse
Primary Children's Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weber State University