Kayla Wilson
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Highly skilled RN with over 8 years of experience in acute medical and behavioral health settings. Proven ability in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and medication administration, including MAT. Expertise in managing withdrawal protocols and providing trauma-informed care. Adept at interdisciplinary collaboration and patient education, with a strong commitment to ensuring patient safety and optimizing care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
Plymouth, MN
04.2019 - Current
- Function as charge nurse in a 24-hour facility, directing patient safety and clinical decision-making.
- Execute admission triage, conduct frequent focused assessments, and escalate care as required.
- Administered withdrawal treatment protocols, including controlled substance management with vigilant monitoring for complications.
Monitored for potential medical complications, such as seizures, delirium, and autonomic instability. - Initiated emergency response protocols, including medication administration, oxygen therapy, airway support, and re-sedation monitoring.
- Employed non-violent crisis intervention techniques and safety holds to manage behavioral emergencies effectively.
Educated patients and families regarding Medication for Addiction Treatment (MAT). - Facilitated effective communication among patients, families, interdisciplinary teams, and external providers.
Registered Nurse
PRIDE Institute
Eden Prairie, MN
05.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided comprehensive mental health and substance use care to a diverse inpatient population.
- Educated clients on detoxification/withdrawal processes, prescribed medications, coping strategies, and available recovery resources.
- Delivered trauma-informed care, ensuring respect for cultural and spiritual diversity.
- Intervened in crises and emergent medical/mental health situations utilizing therapeutic and safety techniques.
Offered counseling and education on reproductive health, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and HIV prevention methods (PrEP/PEP). - Supported clients with co-occurring disorders, including eating disorders, PTSD, and chronic mental and medical health conditions.
- Supervised addiction technicians, ensuring patient safety and high-quality care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Dove Healthcare
Chippewa Falls, WI
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Delivered specialized care to patients requiring tracheostomy and ventilator support.
- Administered medications and nutrition via intravenous (IV) and percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG) tubes, closely monitoring for adverse reactions.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and provided essential care for wounds, ostomies, catheters, and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
- Supported patients managing complex conditions such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Multiple Sclerosis (MS), dementia, and paralysis.
- Applied sterile technique meticulously for tracheostomy care, wound management, and IV therapy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI05-2018
Skills
- Acute medical and behavioral health assessment
- Medication administration (oral, IV, IM)
- Acute withdrawal management
- Substance use disorders
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation
- Patient and family education
- Diversity and inclusion
- Vital sign monitoring
- Interdisciplinary collaboration and escalation of care
- Care planning and coordination
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association (Exp. 10/2026)
- Certified Addictions Registered Nurse (Exp. 02/2030)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation
04.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
PRIDE Institute
05.2018 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Dove Healthcare
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire