Kayla Love
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with a proven track record at UAMS Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient care. Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective mobility assistance and adherence to safety protocols. Adept at collaborating with healthcare teams to implement tailored care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
UAMS Hospital
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Supported patient mobility and transportation within the hospital environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote hygiene standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records to enhance care continuity.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
Ophthalmology Assistant
Arkansas Children Hospital
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted in patient intake and data collection for ophthalmology appointments.
- Supported ophthalmologists during examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort.
- Maintained and organized ophthalmic equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Educated patients on pre- and post-operative care instructions effectively.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments, managing patient calendars efficiently.
- Trained new staff on office procedures and equipment usage to improve team performance.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of ocular diseases through precise administration of visual field tests, OCT scans, and retinal photography.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently managing exam room turnover and cleaning duties between appointments.
Nursing Assistant
St.Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Inc.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored care plans for patients.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient assistance and safety protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction outcomes.
- Supported patients in managing routine hygiene needs including bathing and grooming.
- Assisted patients with oral hygiene through shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Ensured a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Monitored patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
High School Diploma -
John L. McClellan High School
Little Rock, Ar05.2010
Skills
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Appointment scheduling
- Visual field testing
- Glaucoma screening
- Retinal photography
- Patient testing
- Color vision testing
- Eye health assessment
Certification
Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Ophthalmology Assistant
Arkansas Children Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant
UAMS Hospital
Nursing Assistant
St.Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center Inc.
High School Diploma -
John L. McClellan High School