Kayla Hartopp
Lake City,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris HealthCare
02.2014 - 02.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated timely completion of MDS assessments through effective time management and organization skills.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
Certified Nurses Assistant
Health Center Of Lake City
02.2010 - 02.2014
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL12.2023
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Florida Gateway College
Lake City, FL12.2013
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Wound Care
- Customer Service
Affiliations
- Florida Nurses Association
- American Nurses Association
Certification
Vohra Wound Certification for Skilled Facilities
September 10, 2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Solaris HealthCare
02.2014 - 02.2024
Certified Nurses Assistant
Health Center Of Lake City
02.2010 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Florida Gateway College
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
Florida Gateway College
Vohra Wound Certification for Skilled Facilities
September 10, 2022
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