Kayla Harris
Willis,VA
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Competent and caring professional offering several years of coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments, and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic Emergency Department NRV
Christiansburg, Virginia
06.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Assisted in diagnostic tests and procedures to support patient evaluations.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols and best practices at the clinic.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in a fast-paced emergency setting.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Assisted in training new staff members on proper nursing protocols for emergency room operations.
- Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Facilitated seamless transfer of patients to other units or facilities, ensuring continuity of care.
- Utilized advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) techniques during critical situations.
- Managed patient triage, prioritizing care based on severity of condition and available resources.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlion Clinic OB GYN
Christiansburg, Virginia
04.2007 - 10.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center Surgical
Christiansburg, VA
07.2001 - 04.2007
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Supported mobility by helping patients with transfers and ambulation.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New River Community College
Dublin, Virginia, VA 08.2020 - 05.2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient triage
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Emergency care
- Patient assessment
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Stress management
- Problem solving
- Mentorship training
- Crisis intervention
- Professionalism
- Emergency triage
- Safety management
- Trauma nursing
Certification
ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC
Sedation
Methotrexate admistration
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic Emergency Department NRV
06.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New River Community College
08.2020 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carlion Clinic OB GYN
04.2007 - 10.2013
Certified Nursing Assistant
Carilion New River Valley Medical Center Surgical
07.2001 - 04.2007