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Kayla Williams

27646 Sutherland Street, Southfield

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse with clinical experience in inpatient care and chronic disease management. Skilled in fostering trusting patient relationships, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and applying evidence-based practices to improve outcomes. Recognized for strong critical thinking, adaptability, and commitment to quality patient care.


Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Telemetry/Medical-Surgical Unit

VA Healthcare System
10.2024 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Post Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency

VA Healthcare System
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Participating in a yearlong residency program for new graduate nurses.
  • Deliver safe, quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease, and coronary artery disease.
  • Apply critical thinking and patient care skills under RN preceptor guidance.
  • Engage in nursing simulations and implement quality improvement projects.

Graduate Nurse Tech

VA Healthcare System
05.2023 - 06.2023
  • Developed advanced clinical skills while preparing for licensure exam.
  • Assisted in caring for patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures under preceptor supervision.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of new admissions to establish baseline data for ongoing monitoring and intervention planning purposes.

Veteran Affairs Learning Opportunities Residency

VA Healthcare System
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Completed yearlong residency for BSN students entering senior year.
  • Enhanced skills in medication administration, patient assessments, and electronic documentation.
  • Rotated through Oncology and Radiology units; shadowed OR, ER, and Women’s Health Clinic staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
04.2023

Pre-Nursing

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
04.2020

Skills

  • Medication Administration & IV Therapy
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Education & Discharge Planning
  • IV Insertion & Blood Draws
  • Delegation & Strong Clinical Judgement
  • Attention To Detail

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification, American Heart Association - 08/2023 to Current
  • Advanced Life Support Certification - 12/2023 to Current

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Telemetry/Medical-Surgical Unit

VA Healthcare System
10.2024 - Current

Post Baccalaureate Registered Nurse Residency

VA Healthcare System
08.2023 - 08.2024

Graduate Nurse Tech

VA Healthcare System
05.2023 - 06.2023

Veteran Affairs Learning Opportunities Residency

VA Healthcare System
06.2022 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

Pre-Nursing

Michigan State University