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Kayla Taylor

Attica,IN

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience as an LPN at IU Health Arnett, skilled in medication administration and compassionate care. Proven ability to enhance student learning as an Instructional Assistant at Seeger Jr.-Sr. High School, utilizing effective communication and small group instruction to support diverse educational needs. Committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Assistant

Seeger Jr.-Sr. High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and instructional support.
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, enabling them to achieve academic success.

LPN

IU Health Arnett
08.2013 - 07.2022
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

LPN

Williamsport Nursing and Rehab
01.2012 - 08.2013
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College
Lafayette, IN
05-2010

Skills

  • Classroom organization
  • Effective communication
  • Small group instruction
  • Conflict resolution
  • Calm and patient attitude
  • Teacher collaboration
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Geriatric nursing
  • Compassionate care
  • Nursing ethics

Timeline

Instructional Assistant

Seeger Jr.-Sr. High School
08.2022 - Current

LPN

IU Health Arnett
08.2013 - 07.2022

LPN

Williamsport Nursing and Rehab
01.2012 - 08.2013

Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College