Kalah Davis
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with experience in high-volume, high-acuity surgical and procedural setting experience. Skilled in preparing patients for various surgical and diagnostic procedures, and ensuring safe recovery post-procedure. Adept at IV therapy, sedation, patient monitoring, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient centered care. Eager to expand expertise by bringing a strong foundation in patient education, procedural support, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center- McNair Campus
Houston, TX
04.2025 - Current
- Prepare patients for surgical procedures, ensuring completion of preoperative requirements and patient readiness.
- Assist anesthesia providers during peripheral nerve block and spinal block procedures.
- Monitor vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records for accuracy.
- Lead staff education initiatives related to bariatric surgery patient care and unit standards.
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Hospital Atlanta - Pre-Op Department
Atlanta, GA
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Prepared patients for surgical procedures by conducting thorough preoperative assessments, including reviewing medical history, current medications, and surgical risks.
- Ensured patient readiness for surgery by verifying consent forms, administering preoperative medications, and establishing intravenous access.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously, such as patient assessment, documentation, administering medications, and assisting with procedures, ensuring no delay in patient care.
- Assisted anesthesiologist with performing nerve blocks, spinal blocks, and arterial line placements, ensuring proper patient positioning, safety, and monitoring.
- Administered conscious sedation medications while closely assessing patient status, response, and vital signs.
Registered Nurse
Emory Healthcare - Same Day Surgery Department
Atlanta, GA
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Performed thorough pre- and post-operative assessments, focusing on patient recovery status, pain management, and potential complications.
- Continuously monitored patients as they recover from anesthesia, assessing vital signs, consciousness levels, and pain levels.
- Provided airway and respiratory support when necessary, ensuring a smooth transition from anesthesia to stable recovery.
- Work closely with surgical teams, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal recovery for each patient.
Registered Nurse
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Care Center - Emergency Room
Houston, TX
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted rapid and thorough patient assessment, including vital signs, history, and presenting complaints, to prioritize care based on acuity levels.
- Administered medications, IV fluids, and treatments per physician orders, including pain management, sedation, and emergency resuscitation.
- Advocated for patients in rapidly changing, high stress environments, ensuring comfort and the highest level of care during emergency situations.
Registered Nurse
The Woman's Hospital of Texas - Post-Surgical Unit
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Completed thorough assessments of patients post-surgery, monitoring vital signs, neurological status, and surgical site for signs of complications.
- Develop and implement individualized discharge plans, coordinating with other healthcare providers to ensure a smooth transition to home care or rehabilitation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Prairie View A&M University
12.2020
Skills
- Preoperative patient preparation
- IV insertion and management
- Conscious sedation monitoring
- EKG
- EPIC
- Airway management
- Infection prevention and control
- Patient safety and quality care
Certification
- Registered nurse (RN) Texas Board Of Nursing - 08/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association - 06/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) American Heart Association - 07/2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center- McNair Campus
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Hospital Atlanta - Pre-Op Department
07.2024 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse
Emory Healthcare - Same Day Surgery Department
04.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Care Center - Emergency Room
03.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
The Woman's Hospital of Texas - Post-Surgical Unit
02.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Prairie View A&M University