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Kayla Orgaard

Kayla Orgaard

Gillette

Summary

Compassionate and motivated Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive clinical experience in family practice and urgent care settings. Expertise in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions across the lifespan, with an emphasis on evidence-based care, patient education, and collaborative practice. Proven ability to perform comprehensive assessments, develop tailored treatment plans, and deliver high-quality care efficiently in fast-paced environments. Committed to fostering strong patient relationships, promoting preventive health measures, and continuously enhancing clinical knowledge and skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

APRN

Hoskinson Health and Wellness Clinic
10.2025 - Current

Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients of all ages in a fast-paced urgent care setting, managing acute and chronic conditions such as cardiac and respiratory complaints, infections, abdominal pain, hypertension, headaches, and medication needs. Perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop evidence-based treatment plans, prescribe medications, and conduct office procedures including wound care, laceration repair, incision and drainage, splinting, and injury stabilization. Evaluate musculoskeletal injuries, head injuries, and concussions. As well as perform sports physicals, preventive screenings and provide patient education. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining accurate documentation and adherence to clinical guidelines.

RN

Gillette, WY
05.2014 - 09.2025

Demonstrated nine years of nursing expertise across home health, hospice, pediatrics, OB/Gyn, and surgical settings. Executed patient triage and conducted comprehensive assessments for optimal care. Administered medications, performed IV insertion, and provided therapy to patients. Coordinated pre-operative care and patient stabilization to enhance outcomes. Conducted home visits and Medicare annual wellness visits for preventive care. Delivered patient education on treatment plans and medication management. Managed prior authorizations to streamline patient access to necessary services.

Education

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Mount Marty University
Yankton, SD
05-2025

Master of Nursing - Nursing Leadership and Management

Western Governor’s University
Millcreek, UT
05-2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota
Rapid City, SD
05-2015

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota
Rapid City, SD
05-2014

Skills

  • Adult health oversight
  • Pediatric patient management
  • Comprehensive primary care
  • Acute and chronic health conditions
  • Preventive health strategies
  • Emergency prioritization
  • Analytical practice application
  • Wound management
  • Suturing
  • Splinting

Affiliations

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • HIPPO Education
  • NPACE

Certification

  • Wyoming RN and APRN Licensure (with prescriptive authority), DEA Licensure
  • AANP Certification
  • BLS Certification/ACLS Certification

Preceptors

  • Dr. Scott Diering, Gillette, WY, Urgent Care, Mentor – Urgent Care Setting, Fall 2025 - Present
  • Dr. Erica Rinker, Sheridan, WY, Family Practice, Fall 2023
  • Chelsi Krehmeyer, PA-C, Gillette, WY, Family Practice, Fall 2023, Spring 2024
  • Melissa Rhoades, FNP-C, Gillette, WY, Dermatology, Spring 2024
  • Whitney Shawver, FNP-C, Gillette, WY, Geriatrics, Spring 2024
  • Dr. Cassidy Graham, Gillette, WY, Walk-In Clinic/Urgent Care, Spring 2024
  • Courtney Goodnough, FNP-C, Gillette, WY, Women’s Health, Summer 2024
  • Dr. Hollie Stewart, Gillette, WY, Pediatrics, Summer 2024

Timeline

APRN

Hoskinson Health and Wellness Clinic
10.2025 - Current

RN

Gillette, WY
05.2014 - 09.2025

Master of Nursing - Nursing Leadership and Management

Western Governor’s University

Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner

Mount Marty University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of South Dakota
Kayla Orgaard