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Kayla Amado

Johnston,United States

Summary

Registered nurse with 1.5 years experience in float pool, Prior 10 + years in medical field as Occupational therapy assistant in acute care setting.Skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with knowledge of medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Pinnacle Home Healthcare Inc.
02.2024 - Current
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Traveled to patients' homes on daily basis to assess health conditions and provide superior level of nursing care.
  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Coordinated with physicians, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless continuity of care for patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
  • Trained, guided, supported and supervised home health aide care providers.
  • Efficiently managed time-sensitive tasks such as wound dressing changes and administering medications at appropriate intervals.

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Kent Hospital
10.2023 - 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.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hallworth House
10.2011 - 05.2020
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input for comprehensive care planning.
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services in acute care settings.
  • Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI
05.2023

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA/L

New England Institute of Technology
East Greenwich, RI
05.2011

Skills

  • BSL certified
  • ACLS certified
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • port access/deaccess
  • chest tube management
  • trach/vent care
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Monitoring Vitals
  • Isolation Precautions
  • Discharge and admission nurse
  • Basic Nursing Care
  • Task Prioritization
  • IV Removal/ placement
  • Providing Feedback
  • Quality of Care Standards
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Medication Administration

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Pinnacle Home Healthcare Inc.
02.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Float Pool

Kent Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Hallworth House
10.2011 - 05.2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

Community College of Rhode Island

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant COTA/L

New England Institute of Technology

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