Kayla Arthur
Summary
Professional with strong background in nursing and case management, specializing in patient advocacy and care coordination. Adept at developing comprehensive care plans, managing complex medical cases, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and results-focused approach in dynamic healthcare environments. Skilled in patient assessment, discharge planning, and resource utilization.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
Riley Hospital For Children
02.2016 - Current
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes, ensuring a smoother transition for patients back to their homes or other facilities.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
- Part of onboarding team for new team member orientation.
Registered Nurse
Riley Hospital For Children
12.2006 - 02.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Part of the charge nurse team-Attended bed meetings to discuss admissions and staffing. Assisted team members if needed during the 12 hour shift. Made assignments for oncoming shifts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05.2006
Skills
- Chronic disease management
- Discharge planning
- HIPAA compliance
- Multidisciplinary approach
- Care coordination
- Home care management
- Case management
- Critical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Compassionate and caring
- Training staff
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Home care
- Specialized healthcare referrals
- Heartsaver CPR AED
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Additional Information
Red Shoe Award
Daisy Award
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Riley Hospital For Children
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riley Hospital For Children
12.2006 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Indianapolis
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
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