Kayla Allen
Farmington,Maine
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking to be a part of a team of highly skilled professionals where growth and learning are encouraged. Patient-centered care and team building in the workplace, where each member is valued is important to me, as well as being able to offer an empathetic perspective and a versatile skill set to the team. Over seventeen years of experience in healthcare in a variety of medical settings has allowed for an abundance of challenges and achievements that have supported personal and professional growth while confirming that nursing truly is my passion!
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
First Atlantic Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly for up to 42 residents.
- Promoted teamwork and collaboration with interdisciplinary team for optimal patient care planning and implementation.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks during 8-hour and 12-hour shifts.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, blood drawing, and specimen collection.
- Led teams of 5 to 8 individuals in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Registered Nurse
MAS Medical Staffing
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Practiced nursing skills, interventions, and time management as new-grad nurse on approximately 20 residents.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
MAS Medical Staffing
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Coordinator
Franklin Memorial Hospital
03.2014 - 04.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring, and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Trained new staff members on office procedures and protocols, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents in acute, in-patient care..
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center
04.2013 - 05.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported needs of 8+ residents under long-term care as part of team on 30 bed unit.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
Private Duty/Home Care
09.2009 - 12.2013
- Assisted clients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
Education
Associate’s in Nursing - Nursing
Maine College of Health Professions
Lewiston, ME05.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing Studies
Central Maine Community College
Auburn, MEHigh School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
Lewiston, Maine06.2007
Skills
- Compact State Professional Nurse Licensure
- CPR/BLS (5/23-5/25)
- Medication Administration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Wound Care
- Patient Safety Education
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Cultural Competence
- Order Entry
- Geriatric Nursing
Courses
- Wound Care, Nutrition, and Legal Documentation
- State of Maine Mandated Reporter Training
- CPI Training
- FISH! Philosophy (Employee effectiveness training)
- Customer Service training
- Nursing Grand Rounds: Bullying Enough is Enough
- Crucial Conversations
- Tobacco Intervention: Basic Skills
- Opioid Education for Healthcare Providers
Timeline
Registered Nurse
First Atlantic Healthcare
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
MAS Medical Staffing
06.2023 - 07.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
MAS Medical Staffing
06.2022 - 06.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant and Unit Coordinator
Franklin Memorial Hospital
03.2014 - 04.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Edgewood Rehabilitation and Living Center
04.2013 - 05.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide
Private Duty/Home Care
09.2009 - 12.2013
Associate’s in Nursing - Nursing
Maine College of Health Professions
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-nursing Studies
Central Maine Community College
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
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