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Kaylee Vankirk

Columbus,MI

Summary

Seasoned Registered Nurse with a robust background in cardiac care and catheterization procedures at Corewell. Excelled in medical assessment, IV management, and mentoring new RNs, demonstrating a strong blend of technical proficiency and leadership. Achieved significant improvements in patient care efficiency and safety.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse- Catheterization Lab

Corewell
Grosse Pointe, MI
09.2024 - Current
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored vital signs and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Coordinated with anesthesiologists to ensure that optimal patient care conditions were met.
  • Administered intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care

Corewell
Royal Oak, MI
02.2018 - Current
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving cardiac arrest, or other life-threatening events.
  • Assessed and monitored patients' conditions, including vital signs, ECG readings, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.

Manager

AutoZone
Richmond, MI
06.2012 - 05.2018
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, MI
05-2016

Skills

  • Medical assessment
  • Lab result interpretation, IV management
  • Pre-procedure, intra-operative and recovery experience
  • Documentation and charting
  • Arterial Line management (including sheath pulls)
  • Inpatient and outpatient care

Certification

  • ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certified, Getinge Balloon Pump Training

Timeline

Registered Nurse- Catheterization Lab

Corewell
09.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care

Corewell
02.2018 - Current

Manager

AutoZone
06.2012 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Detroit Mercy
Kaylee Vankirk