Kayla McCallister, MS, APRN-CNP, WHNP-BC
Marysville,OH
Summary
Compassionate Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner with three years of experience in delivering general wellness, reproductive and sexual health services, preventive care, and obstetric and gynecological care to diverse and underserved populations. Committed to fostering strong relationships with patients and their families while serving as a patient advocate to ensure optimal health outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cofounder
Freedom Seeds, LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Networked with other businesses and customers to increase sales opportunities and contacts.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Nurse Practitioner
Health Department
09.2021 - 11.2024
- Obtained and evaluated complete medical, surgical, and psychosocial histories of each patient.
- Conducted comprehensive physical examinations and episodic health assessments of male and female patients.
- Performed minimally invasive in-office procedures including, but not limited to, pelvic examinations, male genital examinations, hormonal implant insertions and removals, physicals, and phlebotomy.
- Assessed family planning needs of each patient and assisted patients to develop a reproductive life plan.
- Prescribed medications and non-pharmacologic treatments to patients as necessary.
- Ordered diagnostic testing and laboratory testing as appropriate.
- Interpreted and recorded results of clinical testing.
- Sought consultation with the collaborating physician and reported results as needed.
- Assumed accountability for patient care, decision making, and delegation to other Nursing division staff.
- Supervised employees assigned to the sexual health clinic, including but not limited to, assigning tasks and assisting with evaluating performance.
- Formulated care plans and followed advanced practice clinical guidelines and protocols.
- Evaluated the outcome of care delivered to patients and initiated changes accordingly.
- Educated and counseled patients and their families to engage in health promotion and prevention.
- Completed and maintained appropriate documentation in the electronic medical record of all evaluations, care, and services rendered, as well as, visit history, referrals, laboratory follow-up, phone calls, and consultations.
- Referred patients to other health care providers and community resources when appropriate.
- Responsible for conducting the initial investigation, case management, and surveillance as required by state and local guidelines for all communicable diseases reported to the Health Department and Ohio Disease Reporting System (ODRS).
- Worked closely with the Epidemiology team on surveillance, quality assurance, and outbreaks.
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Assessed patients for preterm labor, active labor, rupture of membranes, pregnancy complications, and conduct NST's.
- Managed fetal/maternal assessment and monitoring.
- Managed patients in labor, including induction, epidural assistance, pain management, education, and delivery support.
- Assisted in operating room with cesarean sections, gynecological procedures, and emergency gynecological/obstetrical procedures.
- Provided patient education on medication, laboring/pushing efforts, postpartum care, and breastfeeding.
- Provided newborn care and assessments.
- Collaborated with providers and nurses in order to maintain high quality care to mother and infant.
Optometric Technician
Shamrock Family Care
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Conducted patient interviews to obtain a complete medical history of each patient.
- Acquainted patients with procedures and explained purpose of testing to establish consent.
- Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
- Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
- Educated patients and relations on ocular health and safety, promoting good eye care.
Cardiac Rehab Wellness Technician
Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Recorded patient vitals and interpreted results before, during, and after exercise regimen.
- Conducted patient interviews and cardiac risk stratification assessments.
- Assessed patient strength and cardiac fitness to generate an individualized exercise regimen.
- Educated patients on the importance of a heart healthy diet, proper body mechanics, and breathing techniques during exercise.
- Promoted smoking cessation and lifestyle changes to execute preventive healthcare practices.
- Monitored patient heart rhythms and interpreted rhythm strips before, during, and after exercise.
Petroleum Supply Specialist (92F)
United States Army
12.2009 - 08.2014
- Responsible for all petroleum operations on main base during deployment to Afghanistan in 2012.
- Responsible for communication amongst military personnel during movement or travel outside of secure perimeters.
- Ensured protection by maintaining constant surveillance of headquarters and searching local nationals.
Education
Master of Science - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track
The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Exercise Programming
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2014
Skills
- Hormonal Contraceptive Management
- Phlebotomy
- Sexual Health Counseling
- Reproductive Health Planning
- Individualized Patient Care
- Annual Well-Woman Exam
- Male Reproductive Health Assessment
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Management
- Telehealth
- Preventive Health Strategies
- Clinical Differential Diagnosis
- Clinical Assessment
- Patient Instruction
Certification
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner:
- Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)
- Certification through the National Certification Corporation (NCC)
- State of Ohio
- NP.0027258
- 2020-Present, EXPIRATION: 2026
Registered Nurse:
- State of Ohio
- RN.459041
- 2019-Present, Expiration: 2025
IUD Certification, Bayer
Nexplanon Certification, Merck
CPR BLS Certification, American Heart Association
- Expiration: 2026
Accomplishments
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal
- Armed Forces Commendation Medal
- Army Overseas Service Ribbon
- Army Service Ribbon, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal
- NATO ISAF Medal Ribbon
Timeline
Cofounder
Freedom Seeds, LLC
04.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Health Department
09.2021 - 11.2024
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Memorial Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2021
Optometric Technician
Shamrock Family Care
10.2016 - 05.2017
Cardiac Rehab Wellness Technician
Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 08.2016
Petroleum Supply Specialist (92F)
United States Army
12.2009 - 08.2014
Master of Science - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner Specialty Track
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science: Exercise Programming
Bowling Green State University
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