Allison Kyser
Upton,KY
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Cumberland Family Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Oversaw health services for school of 600 students and faculty.
- Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes, adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Contributed to positive school culture by serving as advocate for student health and wellness, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Streamlined documentation processes for maintaining accurate student health records, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Emergency Department
Baptist Health Hardin
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Performed under pressure in high stress/fast paced environment.
- Cared for as many as 30 patients each day, quickly identifying concerns, controlling symptoms and providing expert emergency care.
- Mentored and guided new nursing staff members, offering constructive feedback to help them develop their skills and adapt to fast-paced Emergency Department environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex medical conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality emergency nursing care in fast-paced medical environment.
- Demonstrated excellent critical thinking skills while managing multiple high-acuity patients at once, making quick decisions under pressure to optimize patient outcomes.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments on incoming patients to accurately identify potential injuries or illnesses requiring immediate attention.
- Provided emotional support to grieving families after traumatic events or unexpected loss of loved ones while maintaining professional demeanor at all times.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Continuously updated knowledge on current best practices in emergency nursing through professional development opportunities, journal reviews, and attending conferences.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and ensuring proper intervention when necessary.
Director of Nursing
Clarity Solutions
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Conducted regular risk assessments within department to identify areas of potential vulnerability and implement corrective actions where necessary.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Championed culture of continuous learning by promoting professional development opportunities for nursing staff, including in-house training programs, conferences, workshops, and online resources.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Evaluated work performance of 7 nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline.
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
11.2009 - 01.2016
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Education
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Louisville, KY12.2013
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
Elizabethtown Community College
Elizabethtown12.2003
Skills
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Assessments
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Test Interpretations
- Diabetes management
- Documentation
- Wound Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- EMR / EHR
- Crisis Intervention
- Family Education
- Community Program Referrals
Certification
Registered Nurse, Kentucky, 12/2003
Timeline
School Nurse
Cumberland Family Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Emergency Department
Baptist Health Hardin
02.2019 - 10.2022
Director of Nursing
Clarity Solutions
01.2016 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse
Norton Healthcare
11.2009 - 01.2016
Bachelors of Science in Nursing -
Indiana Wesleyan University
Associates of Applied Science in Nursing -
Elizabethtown Community College
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