Kayla Sasser
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Baylor University Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Nurse Tech, Medical ICU
Baylor University Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Provided prompt and accurate services such as CPR and first aid during emergencies.
Nurse Extern
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2021
- Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
Medical Assistant
Alexandria Neurosurgical Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2024
Associate’s of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University
Alexandria, LA08.2022
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Electronic Document/EMR Management System
- Quality Improvement Project Implementation
- Patient Education and Care Plan Progression
- Organization and Time Management
EVIDENCE-BASED PROJECTS
- ICU Delirium: A look at improving sleep hygiene in ICU patients through nursing awareness - 2023
- End of Life Care in the ICU: The effects of nurse and family roles in decision-making - 2022
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 212297 (Active Sept. 2022)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
AWARDS
- "Good Catch" - Award Recipient, 2022
- Outstanding Evidence-Based Project Poster Presentation - Award Recipient, 2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical ICU
Baylor University Medical Center
09.2022 - Current
Nurse Tech, Medical ICU
Baylor University Medical Center
07.2022 - 09.2022
Nurse Extern
CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital
12.2020 - 08.2021
Medical Assistant
Alexandria Neurosurgical Clinic
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate’s of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University
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