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Kayla Homesley

Alexandria,Alabama

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with 16 years of experience in multi speciality out patient surgery (such as: ENT, Ortho, General, Urology, Cardiac, plastics), pre admission testing and nursery. Strong skills combined with the ability to evaluate and advocate for patients needs. Comfortable working with all ages.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Authorizations Nurse

Gentiva Hospice
10.2023 - Current

Evaluate patient medical records for the appropriate documentation to meet Alabama Medicaid guidelines

Communicate with clinical teams and insurance representatives to clarify information and resolve any discrepancies

Maintain accurate records or approvals, denials, and pending cases

Guide clinical staff on Alabama Medicaid insurance requirements

Same Day Surgery/ Pre Admission Testing

Riverview Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 10.2023

Obtain vital signs and EKG's

Start IV's

Administer medications

Work closely with physicians in caring for the patient before and after surgery

Educate patients on pre op and post op instructions for their procedures

Obtain health information and records of patients prior to surgery

Prepare patient post procedure for discharge ( make sure they have the proper equipment to care for themselves at home, education, follow up appointments etc. )

Nursery

Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 08.2022

Work closely with physicians to care for and ensure the safety of infants

Recieve infants after deliveries

Preform physical assessments

Obtain and monitor vital signs

Administer injections, newborn medications, check glucose

Perform newborn screenings and hearing exams

Assist physicians with procedures

Educate parents and family on newborn information (ie: feedings, follow up appointments, any questions that may arrise)

Same Day Surgery

Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 07.2021

Obtain vital signs and EKG's

Obatain consents, labs, check physician orders

Educate patients on procedure ( ie: what to expect before, during, and after the procedure)

Same Day Surgery/ Pre Admission Testing

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2019

Obtain vital signs and EKG's

Start IV's

Administer medications

Work closely with physicians in caring for the patient before and after surgery

Educate patients on pre op and post op instructions for their procedures

Obtain health information and records of patients prior to surgery

Prepare patient post procedure for discharge ( make sure they have the proper equipment to care for themselves at home, education, follow up appointments etc. )

Pre Op / Post Op

Oxford Surgery Center
09.2014 - 08.2015

Obtain vital signs and EKG's

Start IV's

Administer medications

Work closely with physicians in caring for the patient before and after surgery

Educate patients on pre op and post op instructions for their procedures

Obtain health information and records of patients prior to surgery

Prepare patient post procedure for discharge ( make sure they have the proper equipment to care for themselves at home, education, follow up appointments etc. )

Education

Associates - Registered Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2011

Applied Science - Licensed Practical Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL
05.2009

Skills

  • Worked with EMR's including Cerner, Epic, Trace vue and paragon ; Therapeutic communication skills; Able to meet deadlines

Timeline

Clinical Authorizations Nurse

Gentiva Hospice
10.2023 - Current

Same Day Surgery/ Pre Admission Testing

Riverview Regional Medical Center
01.2023 - 10.2023

Nursery

Regional Medical Center
09.2021 - 08.2022

Same Day Surgery

Regional Medical Center
08.2019 - 07.2021

Same Day Surgery/ Pre Admission Testing

Gadsden Regional Medical Center
08.2015 - 08.2019

Pre Op / Post Op

Oxford Surgery Center
09.2014 - 08.2015

Associates - Registered Nursing

Gadsden State Community College

Applied Science - Licensed Practical Nursing

Gadsden State Community College
Kayla Homesley