Kayla Gill
Nicholasville,KY
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in pre-hospital and in-hospital patient care. Expertise in EMS leadership and mentorship, combined with roles as an Emergency Department Paramedic and Resource RN. Proven ability to enhance team performance and improve patient outcomes across multiple units, including relief charge nurse positions in various hospital departments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Resource Nurse
St. Joseph East Hospital
Lexington, Kentucky
10.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient experiences across multiple departments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored patient care plans.
- Respond promptly to patient needs, ensuring comfort during procedures and treatments.
- Participate in daily huddles to address staffing assignments and patient status updates.
- Trained new nursing staff on procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent, high-quality patient care.
- Facilitate orientation and ongoing education for existing staff members.
- Fostered collaborative relationships with physicians, nurses, and ancillary departments to improve patient outcomes.
- Serve as relief charge RN across multiple departments.
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
St. Joseph Main
Lexington, Kentucky
09.2024 - 10.2025
- Prepared patients for diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs throughout procedures to ensure stability.
- Collaborated with physicians to maintain patient safety and enhance comfort during procedures.
- Responded swiftly to emergent situations during procedures, ensuring optimal care.
- Practiced strict infection control measures related to sterile technique.
- Documented patient information in electronic health records, supporting accurate and timely care.
- Provided emotional support to patients before, during, and after procedures.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care and lifestyle modifications.
Critical Care Paramedic
St. Joseph East Hospital
Lexington, Kentucky
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans that addressed individual needs.
- Conducted trauma and medical assessments and provided immediate interventions.
- Prioritized medical care for patients during emergency situations through effective assessment.
- Responded swiftly during emergencies, providing necessary medical attention per protocols.
- Executed airway management techniques, including endotracheal intubation and mechanical ventilation.
- Built strong relationships with medical professionals to improve coordination and quality of patient care.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for critical emergency response.
- Supported fellow nurses and paramedics through mentorship and shared knowledge.
Paramedic Captain
Garrard County EMS
Lancaster, KY
01.2017 - 06.2023
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, enhancing team effectiveness and ensuring timely patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions during emergencies, determining appropriate courses of action for interventions.
- Trained new paramedics in patient care and emergency procedures to enhance team competency.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and optimal performance.
- Developed shift schedules, increasing staff availability and ensuring optimal coverage during peak times.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections, maintaining ambulance readiness at all times.
- Collaborated with hospital staff, streamlining patient handoff processes to enhance care continuity.
- Led team meetings to address operational challenges and share best practices for improvement.
OIC, Paramedic
Anderson County EMS
Lawrenceburg, Kentucky
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Assessed patient conditions to determine appropriate treatment protocols and interventions.
- Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.
- Mentored junior paramedics in effective emergency response techniques and patient care practices.
- Fostered strong rapport with medical professionals, enhancing collaborative patient care.
- Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
- Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
- Prepared and stocked necessary supplies for efficient ambulance operation. for ambulance runs including IV solutions, airway management equipment and medication kits.
- Participated in drills related to disaster preparedness scenarios that included triage assessments.
- Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL02-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Community And Technical College
Edgewood, KY07-2024
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Frankfort Fire Department
Frankfort, KY03-2020
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Ambulance Inc. of Laurel County
London, KY06-2011
Skills
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- PALS certification
- TNCC certification
- PHTLS certification
- Epic software proficiency
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Leadership skills
- Team leadership
- Relationship building
Timeline
Resource Nurse
St. Joseph East Hospital
10.2025 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
St. Joseph Main
09.2024 - 10.2025
Critical Care Paramedic
St. Joseph East Hospital
11.2023 - 09.2024
OIC, Paramedic
Anderson County EMS
02.2020 - 09.2022
Paramedic Captain
Garrard County EMS
01.2017 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Community And Technical College
Paramedic Certificate - Paramedicine
Frankfort Fire Department
EMT Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
Ambulance Inc. of Laurel County