Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Internal Committee Participation
Performance Improvement
Timeline
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Kayla Argyle

Farr West,UT

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience, recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through exceptional preoperative care and strong clinical judgment. Proven ability to reduce procedure cancellations and improve communication with surgical teams. Skilled in patient assessment and committed to quality improvement initiatives, fostering a collaborative healthcare environment.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pre-Admission Testing RN

SCA Health
12.2022 - Current
  • Cross-trained to assist in patient care in preoperative and PACU departments. Assists in these departments on a daily basis.
  • Improved communication with surgical teams by diligently updating patient information.
  • Provided exceptional patient education, enhancing understanding of pre-operative instructions and post-operative expectations.
  • Reduced procedure cancellations by identifying potential issues during the pre-admission testing process.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when evaluating patients for potential risks or complications related to anesthesia or surgery.
  • Contributed to departmental goals by participating in quality improvement initiatives focused on streamlining the pre-admission testing process.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing thorough pre-admission assessments and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients undergoing surgery.

Pre-Op/Post-Op Registered Nurse

Ogden Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Caring for patients undergoing surgery in a hospital setting across multiple specialties including cardiovascular, gynecological, general, plastics, ENT, urology, neurological, and orthopedics.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse

SCA Health
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Caring for patients undergoing surgery in an outpatient surgery center across multiple specialties including podiatry, orthopedics, spinal, and ENT.
  • Mentored new PACU nurses, sharing best practices for efficient patient turnover and discharge processes.
  • Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications post surgery.
  • Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with advancements in nursing practices and trends within the PACU specialty area.

Registered Nurse

Tanner Clinic
05.2017 - 10.2021
  • Caring for patients in an allergy clinic setting.
  • Competent in administration of allergy shots, allergy skin testing, IVIG infusions, and injectable biologic medications.
  • Assisted in administration of oral immunotherapy treatment for patients with severe food allergies.
  • Calmly and skillfully handling critical situations including anaphylaxis.
  • Supervising registered nurses and medical assistants as Lead OIT nurse since June 2019.
  • Competent in ordering supplies through an online database to ensure streamlined patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.

Registered Nurse

Stonehenge of Ogden
12.2016 - 05.2017
  • Providing care to patients in a short-term rehabilitation setting following surgical procedures, falls, or medical events.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Stonehenge of Ogden
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Administered medications to patients following the 10 Rights of Medication Administration.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Closely followed guidance of registered nurses.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Stonehenge of Ogden
12.2014 - 06.2016
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ManorCare
07.2013 - 12.2014
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.

Education

Nursing

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
12-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University
Ogden, UT
12-2016

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient confidentiality
  • Airway management
  • Physical assessment
  • IV insertion
  • Preoperative care
  • Quality improvement
  • Postoperative care
  • Anesthesia knowledge
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Strong clinical judgment

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (Expires: 10/2025)
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Expires: 10/2025)
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (Expires: 03/2027)

Internal Committee Participation

  • Participated in the Activities Committee since Fall 2024 assisting in planning donations, fundraisers, and teammate engagement activities.

Performance Improvement

  • Worked diligently with other teammates and administration to reduce emergency department visits postoperatively by editing and enhancing discharge paperwork, improving patient discharge teaching, and closely monitoring patients via phone postoperatively.
  • Collaborated with members of our anesthesia team to edit nerve block paperwork in order to better educate patients.
  • Working with members of our team as well as administration to establish a standardized hand-off between preoperative nurses, operating room nurses, and recovery nurses.
  • Worked with administration as well as members of our anesthesia team to establish a preoperative anesthesia clearance process for patients undergoing total joint replacements, which has shown to reduce same-day cancellations.

Timeline

Pre-Admission Testing RN

SCA Health
12.2022 - Current

Pre-Op/Post-Op Registered Nurse

Ogden Regional Medical Center
05.2022 - 12.2022

Pre-Op/PACU Registered Nurse

SCA Health
10.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse

Tanner Clinic
05.2017 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse

Stonehenge of Ogden
12.2016 - 05.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse

Stonehenge of Ogden
06.2016 - 12.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

Stonehenge of Ogden
12.2014 - 06.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant

ManorCare
07.2013 - 12.2014

Nursing

Weber State University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Weber State University

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