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Mekiah Wells

@mekiahwells

Entry-level Registered Nurse and pediatric care coordinator with a track record of disciplined team collaboration and compassionate patient support.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a supportive clinical team where I can grow as a Registered Nurse, deliver safe pediatric-focused care, coordinate with interdisciplinary staff, and strengthen my documentation, patient education, and communication skills.

I’m an entry-level Registered Nurse building my career through hands-on bedside experience and a strong commitment to safety, clear communication, and patient-centered care. I’ve supported licensed staff by providing basic patient care and assisting with activities of daily living under supervision, while consistently documenting and communicating patient needs.

In the Neurology Unit, I supported daily operations by assisting nursing staff, physicians, and consultants with patient needs, transporting patients and medical equipment, and monitoring patients under a Physician’s Emergency Certificate while documenting behavior. I also floated to various departments as needed to strengthen continuity of care and team reliability.

Now, as a Registered Nurse in pediatrics, I organize and prioritize care for assigned patients, coordinate interdisciplinary activities, and delegate tasks appropriately. I focus on accurate documentation and reporting, collaborate with the healthcare team to improve outcomes, and provide patient/family education while seeking supervision when care needs exceed safe practice limits.

Alongside my clinical training, I bring disciplined teamwork and leadership from representing major organizations in high-performance environments. Whether coordinating team events, engaging community outreach, or serving on event committees, I’m used to balancing time-sensitive responsibilities and communicating clearly—skills I bring directly to fast-paced patient care.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Registered Nurse

Current

Manning Family Children's Hospital - 5 Center

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Organize and prioritize care for assigned pediatric patients while coordinating interdisciplinary activities and delegating tasks as appropriate. Document and report patient condition changes, collaborate on patient/family education, and seek supervision when needs exceed safe practice limits.

Care Prioritization Clinical Documentation Interdisciplinary Collaboration Task Delegation Patient Education Clinical Communication

Current

Professional Cheerleader

Current

New Orleans Saints

May 2023 - Present (3 years 4 months)

Performed on the sidelines at Saints home games and engaged with fans during pre-game events at Champion Square. Represent the organization at community outreach and promotional events and serve on the Team Events Committee to coordinate group activities and travel.

Teamwork Game Day Performance Fan Engagement Community Outreach Promotional Representation Event Coordination Travel Planning

Nurse Technician

Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

Apr 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 8 months)

Provided basic patient care and supported activities of daily living (ADLs) under nurse supervision on the neurology unit. Assisted nursing staff and transported patients/equipment, monitored patients under a Physician’s Emergency Certificate, and documented behavior.

Activities Of Daily Living (ADL)Clinical Documentation Patient Monitoring Care Team Support

Team Member

LSU Tiger Girls Dance Team

Apr 2018 - May 2021 (3 years 1 month)

Represented LSU as a competitive, nationally ranked Tiger Girls Dance Team member, performing at NCAA games for 20,000+ attendees. Trained 15–20 hours per week in advanced choreography and conditioning while balancing full-time academics and contributed to top national rankings.

Performance Strength And Conditioning Endurance Training National Competition Preparation Time Management Event Promotion Teamwork

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Southern University and A&M College

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing

2021 - 2024

Pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Southern University and A&M College, expected to complete in December 2024.

Louisiana State University

Pre-Nursing

2018 - 2021

Activities and societies: LSU Tiger Girls Dance Team member (2018–2021); selected via competitive audition, performed at NCAA football and basketball games, trained 15–20 hours/week while balancing academics.

Completed pre-nursing studies at Louisiana State University from 2018 to 2021. Served as a Tiger Girls Dance Team member during this period while maintaining full-time academic responsibilities.