Kaylee Stuart
Jasper,AR
Summary
Accomplished Director of Nursing at Countryside Health And Rehab of Newton County, with a proven track record in leading quality improvement initiatives and developing staff competencies. Demonstrated leadership and strong work ethic by streamlining operations and enhancing patient care standards. Expert in nurse education and training, significantly boosting team performance and patient outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Countryside Health And Rehab Of Newton County
05.2023 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
Registered Nurse
Newton County Nursing Home
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Newton County Nursing Home
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Arkansas College
Harrison, AR12.2023
High School Diploma -
Jasper High School
Jasper, AR05.2017
Skills
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Countryside Health And Rehab Of Newton County
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Newton County Nursing Home
12.2020 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Newton County Nursing Home
06.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Arkansas College
High School Diploma -
Jasper High School
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