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Kaley Donelan

Wichita,KS

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 11 years of diverse experience in medical-surgical, telemetry, and cardiac step-down units. Proven ability to deliver patient-centered, recovery-oriented care, complemented by exceptional skills in therapeutic communication, de-escalation techniques, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized as an experienced charge nurse and clinical preceptor, adept at mentoring new nurses while fostering safe environments and leading high-acuity teams. Eager to leverage strong clinical judgment, leadership capabilities, and unwavering patient advocacy in the Domiciliary Mental Health RN role with the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, BSN

Robert J. Dole Medical Center
06.2018 - Current
  • Deliver comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic conditions, including complex cardiac and medical cases.
  • Serve as Charge Nurse, supervising staff, coordinating shift workflow, and facilitating interdisciplinary communication.
  • Lead and document patient safety rounds and environment of care assessments in alignment with VA standards.
  • Provide therapeutic communication and emotional support to patients with anxiety, depression, and substance-related challenges.
  • Mentor new nurses as a Clinical Preceptor, fostering a safe and supportive environment for professional growth.
  • Educate patients and families on disease management, recovery strategies, and safe discharge planning.

Traveling Registered Nurse, BSN

Aya Healthcare
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Monitored cardiac rhythms and intervened in emergencies to ensure patient safety.
  • Educated patients and families on congestive heart failure management, reducing risk of readmission.
  • Applied recovery-focused communication strategies to support patients post-intervention.

Registered Nurse, BSN

Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & ER
02.2015 - 01.2018
  • Provided nursing care to post-cardiac intervention and post-EP procedure patients.
  • Acted as Relief Charge Nurse, delegating assignments and leading nursing teams.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

Newman University
Wichita, KS
12.2014

Skills

  • Patient-focused mental health care
  • Crisis de-escalation techniques
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Patient education
  • Nurse leadership and staff training
  • Medication safety protocols
  • Patient care documentation
  • Crisis intervention expertise
  • Experienced in providing compassionate care for individuals with mental health challenges
  • Demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary teams, facilitate warm hand-offs, and support safe medication practices
  • Experience in crisis response, safety monitoring, and de-escalation in high-stress patient care environments
  • Proven record of mentoring peers and providing constructive feedback to enhance nursing performance and patient outcomes

Certification

  • Registered Nurse – Active, Unrestricted License (State of Kansas)
  • ACLS & BLS Certified
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • Certified Nurse Preceptor
  • Yellow Belt Certification – Process Improvement
  • Member, National Society of Leadership and Success; Phi Theta Kappa

Timeline

Registered Nurse, BSN

Robert J. Dole Medical Center
06.2018 - Current

Traveling Registered Nurse, BSN

Aya Healthcare
02.2018 - 05.2018

Registered Nurse, BSN

Wesley Woodlawn Hospital & ER
02.2015 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

Newman University

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