KAYLA ULRICH
1040 W 2450 S Nibley,UT
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented ICU registered nurse with over three years of patient care experience, specializing in post-operative cardiothoracic, trauma, and neuro patients. Expertise in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and minimize readmission rates. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in critical care nursing. Strong advocate for patient-centered approaches that prioritize safety, comfort, and recovery.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Registered Nurse
McKay-Dee Hospital (Level II Trauma Center)
01.2023 - Current
- Cared for patients with Aortic Dissection, CABG, heart valve repair/replacement, TAVR, ICD, post-arrest, Trauma 1, Beta-Blocker overdose, TBI, thrombectomy, sepsis, and ARDS at a 22-bed, Level II Trauma Center
- Manage patients who require Swan-Ganz Catheter, Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella, Bolt, and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Assisted physicians and APPs with rapid sequence intubations, bronchoscopies, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and invasive line placements such as central lines, chest tubes, and arterial lines
- Team Lead RN-proficient in nursing leadership and assisting in unit operations such as bedside procedures and ACLS codes
- Clinical Coach
- Code Blue team member
Neuro-Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Intermountain Medical Center (Level I Trauma Center)
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Cared for patients with subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), subdural hemorrhage (SDH), AMV ruptures, craniotomies, bone flaps, brain herniation, brain death, mechanical thrombectomy, sepsis, DKA, heart failure, acute respiratory distress, and gastrointestinal hemorrhage at a 24-bed, Level I Trauma Center
- Cared for ARDS and COVID-19 patients who required pronation, utilized train of four, managed paralytics, and repositioned patients minimum every 2 hours while in the prone position
- Unit Donor Champion- Neuro ICU's in-house expert on organ and tissue donation process
- Directed initial care for acute onset of intracranial emergencies within the hospital as a member of the acute stroke team at a comprehensive stroke center
- Proficient in managing ventilators, High-Flow Nasal Cannulas (HFNC), V60 BiPAP, and CPAP
Medic (Active Duty)
United States Air Force- Hill Air Force Base
02.2015 - 02.2019
- Conducted initial assessments, clinical interviews, mental status exams, substance abuse evaluations, and vitals
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family, and staff
- Participated in treatment planning by helping to identify patients' problems, needs, and strengths with members of healthcare team
- Received Senior Airman Below the Zone and Airman of the Quarter
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Ontario, CA04.2022
Skills
- Team Lead RN & Clinical Coach
- Trauma ICU RN
- Cardiothoracic ICU RN
- Neuro ICU RN
- Code Blue Team Member
- Trauma resuscitation & stabilization
- Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP)
- Impella
- Swan-Ganz Catheter
- CRRT Certified
- Bolt/EVD/ICP Monitoring
Certification
- UT Compact RN License # 12874397-3102
- CRRT Certification
- Ultrasound IV Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- American Heart Association BLS/ACLS
- Nurse Residency Graduate
Timeline
ICU Registered Nurse
McKay-Dee Hospital (Level II Trauma Center)
01.2023 - Current
Neuro-Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Intermountain Medical Center (Level I Trauma Center)
07.2022 - 01.2025
Medic (Active Duty)
United States Air Force- Hill Air Force Base
02.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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