KAYLA YOUNG

• Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy infusions with precision, adhering to safety protocols.
• Advocated for patient needs by facilitating communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Educated patients on treatment plans, medication management, and side effect mitigation strategies..
• Managed complex medication regimens while monitoring for potential drug interactions or adverse reactions, mitigating risks associated with cancer treatments.

• Administered medications and treatments per established protocols in high-pressure environments.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to medical advice.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
• Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
• Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
• Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.

Performed nursing duties within my scope of practice under the supervision of another nurse while finishing my last year of nursing school.

• Campbellsville Nursing and Rehab
• Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
• Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly for timely interventions.
• Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.

• Collected blood specimens from patients using venipuncture and capillary techniques.
• Maintained accurate patient records and specimen tracking throughout the collection process.
• Monitored inventory of supplies, placing orders to maintain adequate stock levels for operations.

• Study Abroad: Jalisco, Mexico-Oak Life School of Orphan care /Love in Action Orphanage
• Bonner Scholars Program Member

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