Kayleigh Sinclair-Meldrum
Visalia,CA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse specializing in neonatal care. Proficient in medication administration, patient assessment, and family education & advocacy. Committed to improving health outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective team collaboration.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
Kaweah Health Medical Center
Visalia, CA
07.2023 - Current
- Administered specialized neonatal care, ensuring optimal health outcomes for critically ill infants.
- Monitored vital signs and provided timely interventions to stabilize patient conditions while maintaining accurate and timely electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including PT/OT, ST, Radiology, Case Management, Social Worker, Patient Advocate, Neonatologist, Charge RN, etc.. to develop individualized care plans for neonates.
- Educated families on infant care techniques and support resources during hospital stay.
- Improved neonatal patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols to enhance quality of care in NICU environment.
- Provided emotional support and developed strong rapport to families during critical stages in the NICU, fostering trust and open communication.
- Conducted regular equipment checks, maintaining a well-functioning and safe environment for patients.
- Coordinates the patient's plan of care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions that lead to established outcomes.
Student Nurse Intern-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Kaweah Health Medical Center
Visalia, CA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs under supervision of registered nurses.
- Assisted in developing patient care plans through collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Documented patient progress and responses to treatment in electronic health records accurately.
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures throughout patient interactions.
Billing Specialist
Millenium Medical Billing
Visalia, CA
08.2017 - 06.2023
- Identified, researched and resolved billing variances to maintain a system accuracy and currency
- Worked effectively with medical payers, specifically Medi-Cal, to obtain timely and accurate payments.
- Used data entry skills to accurately document and input statements.
- Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05-2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts, Social Sciences
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05-2020
Associate of Arts - Studies- Math & Science
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CA05-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy & Injections
- BLS/CPR
- NRP
- STABLE
Certification
- Nursing License - 95339439
Daisy Award
x2 Daisy Award Nominee in 2025.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care
Kaweah Health Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Intern-Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Kaweah Health Medical Center
01.2023 - 06.2023
Billing Specialist
Millenium Medical Billing
08.2017 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts, Social Sciences
College of The Sequoias
Associate of Arts - Studies- Math & Science
College of The Sequoias