Kaylee Korade
Bremerton
Summary
Dedicated NICU Registered Nurse with over 8 years of experience in neonatal and acute care, specializing in Level III NICU environments. Proven expertise in managing critically ill neonates requiring advanced respiratory support, invasive lines, and therapeutic interventions, complemented by strong leadership as a charge nurse and preceptor. Passionate about delivering family-centered, evidence-based care while fostering collaborative practices to enhance neonatal outcomes. Committed to continuous professional development and staying current with the latest advancements in neonatal nursing.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
UW Valley Medical Center
Renton, WA
06.2017 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to critically ill neonates in Level III NICU, including infants requiring mechanical ventilation, cooling therapy, umbilical catheters, PALs, and PICC lines
- Serve as Charge Nurse, coordinating patient flow, staffing assignments, and clinical decision-making to ensure safe, high-quality care
- Function as an active member of the delivery room resuscitation team
- Collaborate closely with neonatologist, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized plans of care
- Educate and support parents and caregivers regarding infant care, medical conditions, and developmental needs
- Precept and mentor new graduate nurses and residents, fostering clinical reasoning and professional growth
- Contribute to unit-based initiatives focused on quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes
Registered Nurse – NICU Level III Contract
Ardor Health Solutions| St. Joseph Medical Center
Tacoma, WA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Delivered specialized neonatal care in a high-acuity Level III NICU environment
- Rapidly adapted to unit protocols while maintaining excellence in patient safety and clinical performance
Registered Nurse – LDRP
Naval Hospital Bremerton
Bremerton, WA
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided nursing care across labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum settings
- Supported maternal-newborn bonding and education while maintaining patient safety
Registered Nurse – Event Medical Services
CrowdRx
Quincy, WA
06.2016 - 2022
- Deliver rapid, compassionate care in high-stress environments for patients with injuries, acute illness, and substance-related emergencies
- Demonstrate strong assessment, triage, and decision-making skills during large-scale events
Charge Nurse | Preceptor
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Bellevue, WA
03.2015 - 06.2017
- Managed post-operative orthopedic patients with complex mobility and wound-care needs
- Served as unit wound-care resource
- Provided leadership as Charge Nurse and preceptor
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Psychiatry
Fairfax Behavioral Health
Kirkland, WA
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Provided therapeutic nursing care to pediatric and adolescent patients with acute psychiatric needs
- Maintained patient safety during emotionally challenging situations
Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Bellevue, WA
01.2011 - 08.2012
- Performed blood draws across all age groups while maintaining strict patient identification and specimen handling standards
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
12.2015
Associate of Arts - Nursing Transfer Degree
Walla Walla Community College
06.2014
Nursing Prerequisites
Bellevue Community College
06.2012
Skills
- Level II & III NICU Care
- Charge Nurse Leadership
- Delivery Room Resuscitation
- High-Stress & Emergency Response
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Family-Centered Education & Support
- Preceptor & Staff Mentorship
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Neonatal Ventilation & Cooling Therapy
- Umbilical Lines, PALs, PICC Lines
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Washington State – License #60476959 (Active)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – Expires 05/31/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Expires 02/2026
- Suicide Prevention
- HIV/AIDS & HIPAA Compliance
Timeline
Registered Nurse – NICU Level III Contract
Ardor Health Solutions| St. Joseph Medical Center
01.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse – LDRP
Naval Hospital Bremerton
02.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse/ Charge Nurse
UW Valley Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse – Event Medical Services
CrowdRx
06.2016 - 2022
Charge Nurse | Preceptor
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
03.2015 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Psychiatry
Fairfax Behavioral Health
01.2015 - 03.2015
Lab Assistant / Phlebotomist
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2012
Associate of Arts - Nursing Transfer Degree
Walla Walla Community College
Nursing Prerequisites
Bellevue Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University