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Kayla Blann

Knoxville,Tennessee

Summary

New-graduate Nurse Practitioner seeking a full time position as an entry level FNP in the outpatient setting. Recently Board Certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board. Eager and dedicated to beginning my new role in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. Relocating to Charleston, SC.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Octapharma Plasma Inc.
05.2022 - Current
  • Designated Trainer
  • Senior Phlebotomist
  • Determine donor's suitability to undergo the plasmapheresis procedure, independently and in collaboration with the on-call physician, based on their vital signs and a comprehensive physical examination
  • Assess and treat donor reactions to plasmapheresis procedure

Student Nurse Practitioner

Norwood Family Medicine- Summit Medical
10.2022 - 01.2024
  • Clinical Hours Completed: 370+ hours.
  • Completed all hours for courses including Advanced Health Assessment, Primary Care of Adults II, and Family Nurse Practitioner Capstone
  • Independently assessed, diagnosed, and treated on average 8-15 patients per day, with the supervision of my preceptor.
  • Clinical experiences include working with Medical Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and Physicians with the focus on primary care of the family.
  • Utilized Athena EHR to document each patient encounter accurately and efficiently, as well as order medications, diagnostic labs and imaging, and made referrals as necessary.

Student Nurse Practitioner

Pediatric Clinic Of Seymour
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Clinical Hours Completed: 130+ hours for Primary Care of Pediatrics Course
  • Cared for patients of different races, culture, and gender with acute and chronic health issues from newborn to 19 years old.
  • Managed pediatric wellness exams and vaccination plans as indicated, conducted sports physical exams, and diagnosed/treated acute and chronic conditions depending on the history, physical, and diagnostic results.
  • Evaluated patient outcomes and made adjustments to the treatment plan as necessary.

Student Nurse Practitioner

Knoxville Medical Group
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Clinical Hours Completed: 150+ hours for Primary Care of Adults I Course
  • Cared for a diverse population of patients, ranging from 4 years old to 90 years old.
  • Counseled patients on healthy lifestyle modifications including diet, exercise, and smoking cessation.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate, patient-centered care and effective communication.

Registered Nurse

Bayhealth Medical Center- Kent Campus
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • RN on the Progressive Care Unit (IMC)
  • Completed 12-week orientation and 6-month residency
  • Managed the care of 4-5 intermediate level, admitted patients per day, including basic wound care, medication administration via multiple routes, discharge planning and education, managing peripheral IVs and central lines, performing physical assessments, performing tracheostomy suction and trach care, etc.
  • Collaborated with other RNs, Hospitalists, Dietitians, Physical Therapists/Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists and Pharmacists in order to come up with the best solution for providing proper care for the patients.
  • Delegated tasks to nurse technicians and other RNs during appropriate times, as well as received and implemented requests from fellow coworkers to help foster an effective and efficient PCU team.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

South College
Knoxville, TN
01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salisbury University
Salisbury, MD
05.2021

High School Diploma -

Queen Anne's County High School
Centreville, MD
06.2017

Certification

  • Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the Tennessee: License number 36027. Exp: June 2025; NPI number 1902650120
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) Certified as Family Nurse Practitioner (issued February 2024, Exp: February 2029)
  • Licensed as a Registered Nurse for the State of Tennessee - RN # 266096 Exp: June 2025
  • CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - Exp: October 2025

Timeline

Student Nurse Practitioner

Knoxville Medical Group
04.2023 - 07.2023

Student Nurse Practitioner

Pediatric Clinic Of Seymour
01.2023 - 04.2023

Student Nurse Practitioner

Norwood Family Medicine- Summit Medical
10.2022 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse

Octapharma Plasma Inc.
05.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Bayhealth Medical Center- Kent Campus
06.2021 - 05.2022

Master of Science - Nursing

South College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Salisbury University

High School Diploma -

Queen Anne's County High School

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