Kayla Strickland
Summary
Devoted ER Nurse Manages triage and patient intake, preliminary interviewing, and diagnosis and administration of tests and treatments. Compassionate health care professional calmly resolving urgent situations under pressure.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge
07.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments and prioritized care in high-stress emergency situations, improving patient outcomes through timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring adherence to safety standards and enhancing patient safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective care plans, fostering improved communication and patient satisfaction.
- Educated patients and families about treatment options and self-care practices, empowering them to make informed health decisions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency procedures and best practices, promoting a culture of safety and excellence.
- Responded to life-threatening situations with swift, decisive actions, demonstrating strong clinical judgment and enhancing team effectiveness in crisis management.
- Provided emotional support to family members during traumatic events in the ER setting.
Certified Medical Assistant
Pediatric Associates
Braselton
12.2019 - 06.2024
- Trained and mentored new staff members on best practices in patient care and office protocols, promoting a culture of excellence and teamwork.
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physicians.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to manage patient care schedules, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
Certified Medical Assistant
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
Atlanta
04.2021 - 06.2022
- Trained and mentored new staff members on best practices in patient care and office protocols, promoting a culture of excellence and teamwork.
- Participated in quality assurance initiatives, identifying areas for improvement in clinic operations and contributing to enhanced service delivery.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKGs or hearing screenings in accordance with established protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Athens Technical College
Athens, Georgia, GA 08.2022 - 08.2024
Skills
- Emergency response
- Medication safety
- Team collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Emotional support
- Diagnostic testing
- Staff training
- Workflow optimization
- IV insertion
- Pediatric advanced life support
- EKG interpretation
- Emergency care
- Compassionate care
Accomplishments
- Daisy award nomination
- Piedmont 360 nomination
- Piedmont recognition via Facebook. Recognition for kindness
Certification
PALS
BLS
ALS
Timeline
ER Registered Nurse
Piedmont Henry Hospital
07.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
Athens Technical College
08.2022 - 08.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
04.2021 - 06.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Pediatric Associates
12.2019 - 06.2024