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Kayla Hood

Registered Nurse
Fort Meade,Florida

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in an acute care environment. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Registered Nurse

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Removed Chest tubes and Pacing wires for post Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery patients.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Manage a variety of drips including Remodulin, Insulin, Diltiazem, Lasix, Heparin, and Amiodarone.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2020 - 07.2020
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Central Florida
Daytona Beach, FL
05.2001 -

Associate of Arts -

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
05.2001 -

Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL
05.2018

Skills

Clinical Judgment

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Certification

Licensed [RN] - [Expires 07/31/2024]

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center
09.2022 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Brookdale Assisted Living
01.2020 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Central Florida
05.2001 -

Associate of Arts -

University of Florida
05.2001 -

Florida SouthWestern State College
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