Kaaleigh McLaughlin
Napier,WV
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at WVU Medicine, adept in wound care management and developing patient-centric home care plans. Skilled in medication and IV administration, and recognized for exceptional empathy and communication, enhancing patient recovery. Demonstrates a commitment to improving patient outcomes through innovative care strategies and meticulous attention to infection control measures.
Bringing compassion and dedication to patient care, equipped with essential medical knowledge and clinical skills such as wound care and administering medication. Proficient in patient assessment and creating personalized care plans to ensure optimal health outcomes. Committed to delivering high-quality care and enhancing patient well-being through attentive and reliable service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
WVU Medicine
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, ensuring continuity of care between visits.
- Improved patient comfort by skillfully addressing pain management concerns and adjusting care accordingly.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing customized home care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current treatment plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on ongoing assessment data.
Registered Nurse
Community Care Inc.
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients through empathy, cultural sensitivity, and open communication channels that foster trust.
- Facilitated continuity of care by effectively communicating with primary healthcare providers regarding pertinent clinical findings and collaborating on optimal treatment strategies.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to diverse populations in a clinic setting.
- Promoted a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining an organized workspace.
Certified Nursing Assistant
AMFM
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
Elkins, WV05-2021
Skills
- Basic life support
- Accessing ports for blood draw and medication administration
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound Vac Application and management
- Catheter Insertion and care
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
- Care planning
- Vaccine administration
- Venipuncture
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
WVU Medicine
05.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Community Care Inc.
11.2021 - 05.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
AMFM
01.2018 - 01.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Davis And Elkins College
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