Mackenzie Oldham

Registered Nurse

UPMC Magee Women's Hospital

12.2022 - Current

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
Contributed to the development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the ICU setting.