Kayla Williford
Van Buren,AR
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in Interventional Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Hospice, and Cardiac Intermediate care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Mercy Fort Smith
Fort Smith, Arkansas
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment journeys.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, interventions and treatments provided and evaluations of care rendered.
- Assisted physicians during exams or procedures as needed.
- Identified potential problems before they escalated into serious complications utilizing critical thinking skills.
Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
Fort Smith, AR
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored patient responses during treatment, ensuring comfort and addressing concerns promptly.
- Educated patients and families on radiation therapy processes and expected outcomes.
- Provided emotional support throughout cancer treatment journeys.
- Coordinated scheduling and referrals with healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
- Utilized imaging modalities such as PET scans and MRIs for diagnostic evaluations.
Hospice RN Case Manager
Heart of Hospice
Fort Smith, Arkansas
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans for comprehensive support.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams to enhance care delivery across various services.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans based on evolving requirements.
- Resolved barriers to care through effective communication with healthcare providers.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding patient care needs and progress.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients facing chronic illness or end-of-life challenges..
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
03.2016 - 02.2022
- Implemented patient-centered strategies to enhance care processes and improve outcomes.
- Facilitated comprehensive nursing care for 8-10 high-acuity patients as a patient advocate.
- Treated patients with strokes, traumas, complex vascular conditions, and drainage needs.
- Efficiently assisted with nephrostomy drains, abscess drains, chest tubes, and biopsies.
- Maintained detailed patient charts while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Monitored patient vital signs during complex radiological interventions to ensure safety.
- Assisted radiologists in interventional radiology procedures, such as catheterizations, angioplasties and biopsies.
- Performed nursing assessments of patients prior to each procedure with documentation of findings into the medical record.
- Maintained sterile environments by adhering to strict infection control practices and protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Supported team members in emergency situations by providing critical nursing interventions.
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
Fort Smith, AR
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create tailored care plans for patients.
- Monitored post-operative vitals and managed PCA and fluid setups effectively.
- Provided orientation for patients while emphasizing a patient-centered approach.
- Served as a patient advocate by applying total care strategies in nursing teams.
- Handled caseload of 4-8 clients, administering treatments, education, IV therapy, and wound management.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care plans.
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
2014
Skills
- ACLS certification
- Interventional radiology proficiency
- Chart documentation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Flow sheet charting
- Clinical procedure comprehension
- Cultural sensitivity
- Data entry
- Calm under pressure
- Positive demeanor
- Research skills
- Relationship management
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification. Dysrhythmia certification
Timeline
Oncology Staff Registered Nurse
Mercy Fort Smith
02.2024 - Current
Radiation Oncology Registered Nurse
Mercy Hospital
07.2023 - 02.2024
Hospice RN Case Manager
Heart of Hospice
02.2022 - 07.2023
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
03.2016 - 02.2022
Cardiac Stepdown Nurse
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
02.2015 - 04.2016
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS