Kayla Smith Hellums
Albertville,AL
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated NICU Registered Nurse with 10 years of experience providing exceptional care to critically ill and premature newborns. Proficient in advanced neonatal life support, ventilator management, family education, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, calmness under pressure, and unwavering advocacy for newborn patients and their families.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior NICU Nurse
Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children
01.2014 - Current
- Deliver specialized nursing care to high-risk newborns in a Level III NICU with 50+ beds.
- Monitor and manage neonates on ventilators, CPAP, IV nutrition, and various life-saving interventions.
- Collaborate with neonatologists, respiratory therapists, and lactation consultants in treatment planning.
- Provide emotional and educational support to families navigating critical newborn care.
- Precept and mentor new RN hires and nursing students during clinical rotations.
NICU Staff Nurse
Princeton Baptist Medical
07.2010 - 01.2014
- Cared for infants with conditions including RDS, sepsis, congenital anomalies, and post-surgical recovery.
- Administered medications, adjusted oxygenation support, and documented patient responses meticulously.
- Participated in daily rounds and family conferences to review and explain care plans.
- Emergency transport for neonatal emergencies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Alabama
01-2009
Skills
- Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP Certified)
- Ventilator and CPAP Management
- IV Insertion & Central Line Care
- Electronic Health Records (EPIC, Cerner)
- Family-Centered Care & Education
- Medication Administration & Titration
- Emergency Response & Crisis Management
- Precepting & Mentoring Junior Nurses
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) – Alabama License # [XXXXXX]
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- CPR - Current
Affiliations
- National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) – Member
- American Nurses Association (ANA) – Member
Timeline
Senior NICU Nurse
Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children
01.2014 - Current
NICU Staff Nurse
Princeton Baptist Medical
07.2010 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Alabama
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