Mikalla Prause Ballance

Licensed Practical Nurse (44620)

Cell: 778-***-****-

Email: adcheu@r.postjobfree.com

Address: **** *** ****** ****** *.C V3Z 0E4

Professional summary

I am a Loyal and collaborative LPN with a commitment to quality care in all areas of my scope of practice. I am skilled with patients who have both chronic and acute illnesses. I currently do a lot of wound care, complex care planning, diabetes management, hypertension management, COPD actions plans, Mental Health planning with patients and mental health care though GSL unit, provide care in end of life, minor trauma care and much more. I am an advocate for my patient and their family to in achieving their best health care plans one step at a time. I have been providing LPN patient care since 2010, in all areas of my scope of practice. I am very patient focused, dedicated and compassionate to my patient’s needs. I ensure efficient, accurate and individualized care by working with other healthcare providers to execute individualized care plans. I am an exceptional team leader with an aptitude for communication and collaboration.My jurisprudence exam is up to date complete in 2018 and my most recent renewal of a practicing LPN license.

Areas of expertise

•Patient centered care.

•Patient education.

•Strategic care plans.

•Ensuring sterile working environment (when needed).

•Relationship building- I believe this is a huge part of nursing, I believe patients have to trust you before they trust in the care you will provide.

•Works well as a team member and independently.

•Quick critical thinking skills, quick thinking on the spot.

•As for daily Nursing skills: Dispensing medications, vital signs, IV therapy/care, Oxygen therapy, wound care, end of life care, tracheostomy care, tube feed care and administration, nasopharyngeal and oral suction, catheterizations, injections, personal care, minor trauma care, CPR, charting and MAR knowledge, wound care.

•With current and continued learning in mental health and addictions with Dr.Riskalla and GSL through Fraser Health

•Geriatric family practice Chronic care management with Dr.Riskallas patients

•I have update IV therapy course/ CPR/ Full drivers license/ Cosmetic injetion course with facial anatomy/ nasophargeal swab training most recently along with other.

Places of Employment

•Surrey Memorial Hospital 2010-2016 casual float for all floors including medical-surgical, neurology, ER, Overflow, family birthing unit, Acute Care for Elderly (ACE).

•Peace Arch Hospital 2010-2011 volunteer at Gordon Hogg pavilion.

•Amari Medical Clinic (108 and 134 areas) 2014-2015.

•South Surrey Medical 2016-2020 (Dr.F.Riskalla)

•Mental Health and addictions unit. 2018-present, facility closing 2019 coming December 2019 (casual position)

•Sereno Wellness and Spa- cosmetic injections 2019 (1 Monday a month)

•worked with inmates on 3W-3E with correctional officers

I have a detailed list on my Fraser Health Profile where you can access my electronic resume, but upon your request I can provide a paper copy if preferred, along with reference can be found on my profile or I could pass along paper form. I sincerely look forward to meeting with you please don’t hesitate at any time to call me if you have any questions. Thank you very much for taking the time to consider myself and my professional skills to be a part of your work team.

I have two references if you would like to contact any of them at your convenience, they have given me the permission to give out their contact information.

Dr.F.Riskalla-604-***-****-physican I work with

Kim Keefer- 604-***-****-mental health head nurse

Mikalla Prause Ballance

44620