Kayla Thomas
Glenmora,LA
Summary
Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Skilled in training junior nurses in care standards and safety protocols. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Rapides Regional Medical Center
06.2009 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Contributed to the development of quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety measures within the ICU setting.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
LPN
Oakdale Community Hospital
06.2009 - 12.2020
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
LPN
Dr. Ghanta
08.2010 - 10.2011
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
- Assessed patient health status based upon presented symptoms and directed patient to appropriate level of care or acceptable alternative venue.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.``
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA07.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA05.2019
LPN - Licensed Pratical Nurse
Louisiana Technical Community College
Oakdale, LA05.2009
High School Diploma -
Glenmora High School
Glenmora, LA05.2005
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Compassionate Care
- Advanced Life Support
- Respiratory maintenance
- Neurological monitoring
- End of life care
- Ethical Practice
- Organ donor procedures
- Clinical judgment
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Problem-Solving
- Honest and Dependable
- Healthcare Team Collaboration
- Reliable and Responsible
- Documentation And Reporting
- Staff Coordination
- Trauma Nursing Core Course
- Nursing Staff Supervision
Certification
ACLS
BLS
TNCC
Timeline
LPN
Dr. Ghanta
08.2010 - 10.2011
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Rapides Regional Medical Center
06.2009 - Current
LPN
Oakdale Community Hospital
06.2009 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
LPN - Licensed Pratical Nurse
Louisiana Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Glenmora High School
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