Kaila Young
Bellevue,Pennsylvania
Summary
A highly motivated, recently graduated family nurse practitioner seeking a primary care position aiming to provide patients with the highest level of care. Focusing on preventative care, patient education, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Internal Staffing Team- Emergency Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Travel nurse employed by Allegheny Health Network rotating through each emergency department in the network on a needs basis every 6 weeks
- Treated patients requiring stabilization and resuscitation for variety of illnesses and injuries.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
ARMStaffing
Pittsburgh, PA
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2025
Bachelor Science of Nursing - Nursing
Duquesne University
Pittsburgh, PA05.2020
Skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Preventive care
- Differential diagnosis
- Preparing treatment plans
- Lab result evaluation
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing
- License # RN735067
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
Clinical Experience
- Advanced Physical Assessment - AHN Allegheny Valley North (75 clinical hours)
- Foundations of Family Care: Women - UPMC OB/GYN Associates of Pittsburgh (75 clinical hours)
- Foundations of Family Care: Infants, Children & Adolescents - Cornerstone Care Washington PA (150 clinical hours)
- Foundations of Family & Individual Care 1 - AHN Suburban Urgent Care, ACMH Primary Care Center, Leonida Family Practice, Primary Health Network East Brady (225 clinical hours)
- Foundations of Family & Individual Care 2 - Primary Health Network Beaver Falls (225 clinical hours)
Timeline
Emergency Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
02.2024 - Current
Internal Staffing Team- Emergency Registered Nurse
Allegheny Health Network
01.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Nurse, Emergency Department
ARMStaffing
04.2022 - 01.2023
Pediatric Emergency Room Nurse
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
07.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
UPMC Mercy Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Duquesne University
Bachelor Science of Nursing - Nursing
Duquesne University