Mikenna ANDERSON
Litchfield,NH
Summary
I am a detail-oriented Nursing Student with successful geriatric healthcare experience. I am personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. I provide empathetic and nurturing care. I have a secured understanding of medical conditions and terminologies, as well as a strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant (Radiation Oncology)
Elliot Hospital- Solinsky Cancer Center
05.2024 - Current
- Roomed patients for follow-up appointments with the provider in an outpatient setting.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and weight.
- Reviewed and updated electronic medical records, such as medication lists, health history and any changes in status since last visit.
- Scheduled patients for follow-up appointments.
- Provided emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Simultaneously used two different online medical record/charting software to update information.
Nursing Assistant (Staffing Pool)
Elliot Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Cross-trained in 8 units/department within the hospital and prepared to work on different units each shift.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Increased safety by sitting 1:1 with patients and tending to their personalized needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Adapted care approaches to meet diverse needs of patients, respecting cultural and personal preferences.
- Improved patient comfort and safety by assisting with daily living activities, such as bathing and dressing.
Nursing Student Aide
Fairview Senior Living
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to RN.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Kept optimal supply levels in patients' rooms and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
New England College
Henniker, NH08-2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Campbell High School
Litchfield, NH06-2022
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Health Science Program
Alvirne High School
Hudson, NH06-2022
Skills
- Licensed Nursing Assistant
- Punctual
- Safety Protocols
- Infection Control
- Oral Hygiene
- Observing Responses
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Emotional and Social Support
- Monitoring Vitals
- Patient-focused care
- Patient relationship building
Clinical Experience
09/2023-12/2023
Cooperative Experience 1: Medical/Surgical: Fitch Unit, Elliot Hospital
- 160 unpaid RN clinical hours
- 320 paid LNA work hours
05/2024-08/2024
Cooperative Experience 2: Mental Health/Outpatient: Solinsky Cancer Center, Elliot Hospital
- 160 unpaid RN clinical hours
- 320 paid LNA work hours
Cooperative Experience 3: Maternity, Pediatrics, Labor & Delivery, Acute care (ICU), Elliot Hospital
- 160 unpaid RN clinical hours
- 320 paid LNA work hours (CICU)
Certification
- Licensed Nursing Assistant, 06/01/22, Present
- Red Cross Basic Life Support, 05/2024, Present
Accomplishments
- Awarded by being on NEC's Dean's list by being a full-time student having a minimum GPA of 3.5 or better, every semester of Nursing school.
Timeline
Nursing Assistant (Radiation Oncology)
Elliot Hospital- Solinsky Cancer Center
05.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant (Staffing Pool)
Elliot Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Nursing Student Aide
Fairview Senior Living
10.2021 - 05.2022
BACHELOR'S OF SCIENCE - NURSING
New England College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Campbell High School
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Health Science Program
Alvirne High School
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