Kaylah McElmore
Sacramento,California
Summary
Compassionate and professional new graduate Registered Nurse with a thorough background in providing exceptional patient care. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to diverse patient populations. Proven track record of successful outcomes in high-pressure clinical settings including MedSurg, Telemetry, ED, and ICU. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Sacramento, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by initiating life-saving procedures such as CPR according to policy guidelines.
- Assisted nurses and doctors with patient care by taking vital signs, administering medications, providing wound care, and collecting specimens.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during times of distress in the Emergency Department.
- Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by physician or nurse.
- Prepared examination rooms prior to patient visits by stocking supplies such as gowns, linens and instruments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans throughout their stay in the ED.
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Sacramento, CA
05.2018 - 10.2023
- Exhibited expertise with EHR applications.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and report any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Senior Preceptorship
Alaska Native Medical Center
Anchorage, AK
06.2024 - 07.2024
- NICU, pediatrics, ortho, and medical/surgical
- 135 hrs
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
Clinical Rotation
Emerald Care Center
OKC, OK
04.2024 - 04.2024
- 62.5 hrs
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Merit Health River Region
Vicksburg, MS
12.2023
- Labor and Delivery, ICU
- 62.5 hrs
Madison County Nursing Home
Jackson, MS
06.2023
- 62.5 hrs
Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene
Coeur d’Alene, ID
03.2023
- 62.5 hrs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
Salt Lake City, UT08.2024
Skills
- ACLS
- BLS
- EKG interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Emergency Response
- Patient Intake
- Epic/Cerner EMR Software
- IV Therapy/Blood Draw
- Wound care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient triaging
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
Certification
Registered Nurse, License #95395084 California Board of Registered Nursing, exp 10/31/2026
Licensed Vocational Nurse, License #704728, California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Techs, exp 10/31/2026
ECG Interpretation
ACLS, exp. 07/2026
BLS, exp. 02/2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Preceptorship
Alaska Native Medical Center
06.2024 - 07.2024
Clinical Rotation
Emerald Care Center
04.2024 - 04.2024
Merit Health River Region
12.2023
Emergency Department Technician
Kaiser Permanente
10.2023 - Current
Madison County Nursing Home
06.2023
Life Care Center of Coeur d’Alene
03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
05.2018 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nightingale College
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