Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Kennedy Kaya

Registered Nurse
Boise,ID

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.


Nursing experience includes Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics, and Pediatric Oncology

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
Boise, ID
08.2019 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health and organizational regulations.
  • Coordinated nursing care as Charge Nurse on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with ancillary departments.
  • Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.

Dance Instructor

Artistic Dance Company
Boise, ID
08.2017 - Current
  • Assisted with coordination and administration of complete dance program.
  • Planned and oversaw group, couples and individual dance performances.
  • Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
  • Developed and executed marketing plans to increase studio business.
  • Offered one-on-one instruction to students by appointment.
  • Planned, prepared and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.

Server

The Cheesecake Factory
Boise, ID
04.2016 - 04.2019
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Applied comprehensive knowledge of wine, cider and beer to increase daily beverage sales.

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Boise, ID
10.2014 - 02.2016
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Managed restaurant marketing, sales building and community involvement.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Boise State University
Boise, ID
08.2014 - 05.2019

Skills

EPIC Charting System

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Accomplishments

STAR Award Recipient 2019

Daisy Nominee 2021

Daisy Nominee 2022

Certification

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St. Luke's Boise Medical Center
08.2019 - Current

Dance Instructor

Artistic Dance Company
08.2017 - Current

Server

The Cheesecake Factory
04.2016 - 04.2019

Kitchen Manager

Chipotle Mexican Grill
10.2014 - 02.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Boise State University
08.2014 - 05.2019
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