Kendell Coyle
Carrollton,GA
Summary
Hardworking and compassionate Registered Nurse with successful experience providing both inpatient and outpatient individulized patient care that promotes patient satisfaction. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse IV
Tanner Health System
01.2019 - Current
- Coordinated with physicians, specialists and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions, including diabetes and heart disease.
- Teamed with physicians to provide comprehensive patient care, referrals and high-risk management strategies.
- Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Conducted screenings, diagnostic treatment and rehabilitative services on primary health care team.
- Established and implemented developmental screening initiatives to detect delays in young children.
- Formulated plans of care to optimize child's health potential and minimize physical and psychological complications.
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing effective communication with parents and children of all age groups.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Nurse Extern
Wellstar Healthcare System
07.2017 - 12.2018
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Facilitated timely discharges by coordinating with case managers and healthcare providers, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients.
- Educated patients on nutrition, disease prevention and post-discharge care to support overall wellness.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working seamlessly across various clinical units based on staffing needs or volume fluctuations within the hospital setting.
Student Nurse
WellStar Health System
08.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Spring Arbor University
Jackson, Michigan12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Georgia
Carrollton,ga05.2018
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School
Stockbridge, GA12.2014
Skills
- Patient Advocacy
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Care
- Medical assessment
- Vaccine administration
- Precepting
- Sterile Procedures and Techniques
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Information Collection
- Health Education
- Patient Evaluation
- Critical thinking
- Relationship-Building
- Teambuilding
- Compassion
- Lab result interpretation
- Care Planning
- Diabetes management
- Patient Management
- Health screening
- Emergency Response
- Relationship Building
- Palliative care awareness
- Taking vitals
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Physical assessments
- Compassion and Empathy
- Direct Patient Care
- Preventive health
- Team Coordination
- Telemetry monitoring
- Performing EKGs
- Chest pain management
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2019 to current
GA- RN283390
- ACLS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse IV
Tanner Health System
01.2019 - Current
Nurse Extern
Wellstar Healthcare System
07.2017 - 12.2018
Student Nurse
WellStar Health System
08.2016 - 11.2018
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Spring Arbor University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of West Georgia
High School Diploma -
Woodland High School