Kayla Tolhurst
Rockford,MI
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with a strong background in labor and delivery. Delivers high-quality care in accordance with up to date best practices, ensuring patient safety. Skilled in patient assessment, fetal monitoring, and emergency interventions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perinatal Coordinator
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
01.2019 - Current
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, resulting in seamless project execution and enhanced outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
12.2012 - 01.2019
- Decreased complications by anticipating potential issues and intervening promptly during the birthing process.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in obstetric nursing and improve the quality of care provided.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and fetal heart rates.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during labor and delivery.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently while adhering to established protocols for obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage or cord prolapse.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum periods.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in all aspects of nursing care to optimize patient outcomes during the perinatal period.
Clinical Instructor
University of Detroit Mercy College of Health Professions
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
Registered Nurse, Neuro Step Down
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
09.2011 - 12.2012
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI08-2011
Bachelor of Science - Family Community Services
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2009
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Process improvement
Accomplishments
Innovation Award
Certification
- Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) - National Certification Corporation.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification-American Academy of Pediatrics
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Perinatal Coordinator
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
01.2019 - Current
Clinical Instructor
University of Detroit Mercy College of Health Professions
01.2016 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
12.2012 - 01.2019
Registered Nurse, Neuro Step Down
Trinity Health Grand Rapids
09.2011 - 12.2012
- Inpatient Obstetric Nursing (RNC-OB) - National Certification Corporation.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification-American Academy of Pediatrics
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science - Family Community Services
Michigan State University
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