Hayley Kohake

Achieved over 1,000 clinical hours while as a student at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Dermatology

• Delivered outstanding patient care in cardiac critical care units. As well as care of medicine, trauma, neurology and surgical critical care patients.
• Precepted a large number of new nurses from new graduate nurses to experienced new hires to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction of the cardiac icu patient.
• Became proficient in the management of mechanical support and device management such as IABP, CRRT, Impella, LVAD, Pulmonary Hypertension.
• Managed and recovered the post-operative care of cardiac surgery patients immediately following procedures such as CABG, valve replacement and repairs, Ross and David procedures, aortic dissections, and myocardial bridge unroofing.
• Partnered with physicians, social workers, therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans for the CVICU and CCU patient.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.

• Patient Education and Ophthalmological Care Coordination
• Spearheaded comprehensive patient education initiatives across diverse ophthalmological domains.
• Orchestrated seamless pre-, intra-, and post-operative care for oculoplastic minor procedures.
• Cataract Surgery Patient Education:
• Specialized in patient education for both pre and post-cataract surgery phases.
• Oculoplastic Clinical Nursing and Education:
• Served as a clinical nurse and nurse educator specializing in oculoplastics.
• Assumed roles in intra-operative, pre-procedure, and post-procedure monitoring.

• Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
• Assisted in the treatment and management of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
• Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
• Completed New Graduate nurse residency program.

• Provided essential patient care and support as a CNA on a busy medical-surgical floor.
• Assisted nursing staff in daily patient activities, including hygiene, mobility, and vitals monitoring.

• Contributed to efficient optometric care by performing thorough pretesting procedures in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in conducting preliminary eye examinations, including visual acuity tests, tonometry, color testing, visual fields, and vital sign monitoring.

• Provided compassionate and age-appropriate care as a Certified Nurse Assistant on both pediatric and adult medical-surgical floors.
• Assisted nursing staff in delivering essential patient care, encompassing hygiene, mobility, and vital sign monitoring.