MIKAYLA WESTSTRATE
BYRON CENTER,MI
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Assistant offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 4 years of healthcare experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with excellent time management and problem solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University of Michigan Health West
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Obtained vital signs and reported results to nurses, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Provided patient care (baths, intake/output, blood sugars, transfers, etc).
Food Service Worker
GVSU Campus Dining
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
Resident Aide
Railside Assisted Living Center
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted residents with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Conducted regular room checks to ensure cleanliness, safety, and overall well-being of residents within the facility.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing their overall quality of life.
Porter
Railside Assisted Living Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
- Supported housekeeping staff by stocking supplies, removing trash, and handling laundry tasks as needed.
- Pass out fresh water to residents
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI12.2025
Nurse Technician Program -
Kent Career Technical Center
Grand Rapids, MI05.2021
High School Diploma -
Byron Center High School
Byron Center, MI05.2021
Skills
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Empathetic and Hard working
- Phlebotomy training
- Effectively works well with all ages, challenges, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds
- Corewell Health Butterworth Nurse Tech Internship (5 South Oncology, May 2021)
- Urinary Catheter training
- Bedsore Prevention
Awards
- Varsity Cross Country (2 Years)
- Varsity Track (3 Years)
- HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) member and participant
- Student Life and Leadership member
- Byron Center Bible Study Club Leader
- Best Actress Award (Kent County Teen Film Festival 2021)
- Stage Crew (3 Years)
- Campus Ministry Leadership (2022-2024)
References
- MS. JEANNAE SCHEIDEL, Career Tech Ed Specialist, (616) 364-8421, Jeannescheidel@kentisd.org
- MS. NOELLE JACOBS, Campus Ministry Discipleship Coordinator, (616) 260-1440, Jacobnoe@mail.gvsu.edu
- MRS. KORRIE MCFARLANE RN, BSN, MA, Nurse Tech Instructor, (616) 301-6188, Korriemcfarlane@kentisd.org
- MS. BROOKE CAMPBELL, Student Manager, (517) 614-4655, Campbbro@mail.gvsu.edu
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University of Michigan Health West
06.2022 - Current
Food Service Worker
GVSU Campus Dining
10.2021 - 04.2022
Resident Aide
Railside Assisted Living Center
08.2020 - 04.2022
Porter
Railside Assisted Living Center
06.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Grand Valley State University
Nurse Technician Program -
Kent Career Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Byron Center High School