Kayla Bentley
Madison
Summary
Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment. Patient-oriented Nurse with 3 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Graduating May 2024 with a Bachelors degree from Kent with a Minor in Public Health.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic
06.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures for medication administration.
- Reduced emergency room wait times by efficiently triaging patients and prioritizing care based on severity of conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in patient condition, and promptly notifying physicians when necessary.
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Lantern Of Madison
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily activities.
- Enhanced patients'' cognitive abilities through engaging conversations and memory exercises.
- Ensured timely medication administration by closely following prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, performing regular room checks and sanitation procedures.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues, utilizing proper lifting techniques to prevent injuries to them or myself.
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Just 4 Kidz
09.2014 - 03.2017
- Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a supportive classroom environment.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a well-disciplined and focused learning atmosphere.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary curriculum units that connected various subject areas.
Military Police Officer
Army National Guard
12.2007 - 12.2014
- Increased security at military installations by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Enhanced situational awareness during emergency situations through effective communication with fellow officers and command staff.
- Maintained strict adherence to military law enforcement standards, resulting in a safe environment for personnel and civilians.
- Managed traffic control operations, ensuring efficient flow of vehicles and reducing congestion on base.
- Trained new Military Police Officers on proper procedures and protocols, improving overall unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Responded quickly to emergencies while exercising sound judgment under pressure, mitigating potential risks to personnel and property.
Education
Minor - Public Health
Kent State University
Kent, OH05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2024
Minor - Public Health
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH12.2020
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
Geneva, OH06.2008
Skills
- Documenting observations, assessments, and changes in patient's condition
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Assessments
- Airway Management
- Emergency Triage
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
Collaborating with health team members to facilitate positive patient care outcomes
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Critical Thinking
- Providing a full range of nursing care to patients with a variety of physical and/or behavior problems
- Organizational skills which enable completion of work
- Ultrasound IV certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Cleveland Clinic
06.2021 - Current
Geriatric Nursing Assistant
Lantern Of Madison
09.2018 - 09.2020
Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom
Just 4 Kidz
09.2014 - 03.2017
Military Police Officer
Army National Guard
12.2007 - 12.2014
Minor - Public Health
Kent State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Minor - Public Health
Kent State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Geneva High School
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