Kayla Nelson RN, BSN
Seymour,TN
Summary
Registered Nurse dedicated to providing top-quality patient care. Proficient at conducting patient assessments, developing individualized care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors amd fellow healthcare workers to improve patient outcomes. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health. Looking for a position in a top-notch facility with a commitment to innovative processes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
UTMCK
Knoxville, Tennessee
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Administered medications following prescribed protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Contract RN
Spectrum Healthcare
Knoxville , PA
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
- Delivered array of direct nursing care services such as cleaning and dressing wounds and coordinated discharge planning for patients with fractures, polytraumas, and surgical incisions
RN Staff Nurse
Oakbrook healthcare
SUMMERVILLE, South Carolina
02.2020 - 05.2022
- Coordinated care for up to 22 patients per shift in long term care setting.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered scheduled medications and therapies orally, subcutaneously, through G and J tubes, and via intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Supervision and assigning daily assignments for up to 6 CNAs
- Delegating appropriate tasks to subordinates
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, cancer, COPD, MS, and end-stage renal disease.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Assisted patients with daily tasks, such as dressing, hygiene upkeep and movement throughout facility,
- Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Rn Weekend Supervisor
Hallmark Healthcare
Summerville , SC
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Managed and provided leadership to help staff with direct and indirect patient care.
- Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
- Directed daily operations at facility caring for more than 70 individuals.
- Created and maintained facility documents and records, maintaining accuracy while managing sensitive data.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes.
- Completed daily chart audits and assessed clinical records to verify accuracy, evaluate performance against goals and check for appropriate education of patients and families.
- Supervised and delegated appropriate task to staff.
- Oversaw nursing operations for staff of 10 in 70-bed facility, providing personnel with guidance and patients with high-quality care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, ILAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCHigh School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School
North Charleston, SCSkills
- Orthopedic/trauma experience
- Overflow med surge experience
- Team leader
- Organization and planning
- Maintaining IV pumps and medications
- Time Management
- Specimen collection and interruption of results
- Interpersonal skills
- Culturally sensitive
- BLS certified
- DUC team certified (Difficult urinary catheter)
- Personal and professional integrity
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical thinking proficiency
- Skilled in treating patients from adolescent to geriatrics
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring
- Maintaining feeding pumps
- wound care and dressing changes
- Awarded for highest score in infection prevention by UTMC infection prevention team
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UTMCK
09.2023 - 01.2025
Contract RN
Spectrum Healthcare
09.2022 - 09.2023
RN Staff Nurse
Oakbrook healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2022
Rn Weekend Supervisor
Hallmark Healthcare
06.2019 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Trident Technical College
High School Diploma -
Fort Dorchester High School