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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Clinical Skills (BSN Student)
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Kayla Hodson

Modesto,CA

Summary

Proficient and compassionate Licensed Vocational Nurse with over 4 years of experience providing high-quality care in a long-term acute setting. Skilled at addressing diverse patient needs with accuracy, attention to detail, and empathy. Dedicated to promoting patient safety, wellness, and positive outcomes while reinforcing education and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Currently pursuing a BSN and recognized for academic excellence with consistent Dean’s List honors.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Central Valley Specialty Hospital
06.2021 - Current
  • Administer medications safely by reviewing physician orders, preventing errors, and monitoring for adverse reactions.
  • Performed frequent assessments, monitored telemetry, vital signs, and lab values, reporting abnormalities and intervening when necessary.
  • Delivered wound care, including dressing changes, wound VAC therapy, and surgical drain maintenance.
  • Cared for ventilator- and tracheostomy-dependent patients, promoting safety through vigilant monitoring and early recognition of complications.
  • Collaborated with RNs, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans and reinforce patient/family education.
  • Accurately documented assessments, interventions, and outcomes in EHR system.
  • Maintained compliance with infection control protocols and patient safety standards.

Education

Nursing

Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Rancho Cordova, CA
04-2026

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Critical Thinking & Clinical Judgment
  • Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
  • Strong Communication, Active Listening & Patient Advocacy
  • Time Management & Prioritization
  • Adaptability & Effectiveness Under Pressure
  • Strong Work Ethic, Reliability & Professionalism
  • Compassionate, Patient-Centered & Empathetic Care
  • Detail-Oriented with Accuracy & Commitment to Safety & Quality
  • Fast Learner Dedicated to Growth & Excellence

Certification

  • BLS Provider- American Heart Association; Expires April 2026
  • ACLS Provider- American Heart Association; Expires July 2027
  • Intravenous Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified Therapy and Blood Withdrawal Certified
  • Basic 12 Lead EKG Interpretation Certified


Clinical Skills (BSN Student)

  • Obstetrics (OB): Supported laboring patients through hands-on care and monitoring, performed fetal heart rate assessments, and reinforced postpartum education to promote safe recovery and family readiness.
  • Telemetry: Interpreted cardiac rhythms, recognized early signs of deterioration, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in high-acuity cardiac settings.
  • Emergency Department: Assisted in triage prioritization, delivered evidence-based interventions in urgent situations, and provided skilled support in managing unstable patients.
  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Observed and assisted with management of critically ill patients, including ventilator care and advanced hemodynamic monitoring, while reinforcing strict safety and infection control standards.
  • Medical-Surgical: Performed comprehensive assessments, administered medications, and delivered post-operative care to enhance patient recovery and prevent complications.
  • Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF): Provided long-term care and rehabilitation support, reinforced patient/family teaching, and coordinated with the healthcare team to promote independence and quality of life.

Timeline

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Central Valley Specialty Hospital
06.2021 - Current

Nursing

Chamberlain University College of Nursing

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