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Kaela Holt

Monrovia

Summary

Experienced critical-care RN with over 12 years of clinical expertise across ICU, emergency, and procedural environments. Highly skilled in translating acute care knowledge to outpatient and concierge settings, ensuring seamless post-operative transitions, and personalized patient care. Known for excellent clinical judgment, exceptional interpersonal skills, and consistently creating warm, supportive environments for patients and families. Committed to open, constructive communication, and dedicated to going above and beyond to ensure patients feel genuinely cared for.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse, Cardio-Pulmonary ICU

Keck Medicine of USC
Los Angeles
12.2018 - Current
  • Delivered compassionate, high-level care to critically ill patients, effectively managing complex respiratory therapies and pain protocols.
  • Actively coordinated discharge plans with sensitivity to patient and family needs, ensuring a safe, well-supported transition to outpatient care.

Staff Nurse, Esophageal Lab

Keck Medicine of USC
Los Angeles
12.2020 - 10.2021
  • Provide comprehensive nursing care throughout procedural sedation, closely monitoring patient stability and recovery.
  • Educate patients and families, emphasizing approachable, clear communication to enhance comfort and understanding of home care instructions.

Travel Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
12.2016 - 12.2018

Staff Nurse (Per Diem), Emergency Department

Westerville Emergency Care Center
Westerville
04.2016 - 12.2016

Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit

Mt. Carmel St. Ann's Hospital
Westerville
09.2015 - 12.2016

Staff Nurse Intensive Care Unit

Redwood Memorial Hospital
Fortuna
07.2012 - 08.2015

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA
01.2012

Skills

  • Post-anesthesia recovery
  • Outpatient care
  • Acute-care assessment
  • Medication and pain management
  • Patient and family education
  • Wound and incision care
  • Tracheostomy and ventilator management
  • Drain and ostomy management
  • Enteral feeding management
  • Intravenous and central line management
  • Hospice care
  • Interdisciplinary communication
  • Care coordination

Certification

  • Registered Nurse-California
  • ACLS, BLS-American Heart Association

Timeline

Staff Nurse, Esophageal Lab

Keck Medicine of USC
12.2020 - 10.2021

Staff Nurse, Cardio-Pulmonary ICU

Keck Medicine of USC
12.2018 - Current

Travel Nurse

American Mobile Nursing
12.2016 - 12.2018

Staff Nurse (Per Diem), Emergency Department

Westerville Emergency Care Center
04.2016 - 12.2016

Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit

Mt. Carmel St. Ann's Hospital
09.2015 - 12.2016

Staff Nurse Intensive Care Unit

Redwood Memorial Hospital
07.2012 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Humboldt State University