Kayla Dickinson

• Advanced preparation and knowledge of cardiac nursing care including hemodynamic monitoring, treatment of dysrhythmias, and administering moderate sedation and vasoactive medications.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to support high-quality, efficient care in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Deliver skilled nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Involved with the Professional Development committee which includes assisting with staff education and skills tracking.
• Active preceptor within the department for the past 6 years.
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-procedural care to foster understanding and improve outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to standards for patient care and safety.

2022-Present | Charge RN

Serving as Cath Lab Charge RN since February 2022, with responsibilities including staff assignment delegation, managing daily workflow, effective communication of procedural updates and delays, preparing schedules and patient charts, and fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Committed to promoting a positive team culture and supporting staff through encouragement and leadership.

• Provided moderate sedation and hemodynamic monitoring for coronary angiograms, Implantable Cardiac Devices, TEE/CVs, and temporary pacemakers.
• Collaborated with multiple modalities such as outlying facilities, ED, PCU, and House Supervisors to provide optimal patient care in urgent/nonurgent situations.
• Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.

• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
• Perform pharmacologic and exercise cardiac stress tests.
• Provided skilled phone triage for cardiac patients.
• Post procedural assessment and care for patients following pacemaker insertion and coronary angiograms.