Kiera Della Cerra
Ogden,Utah
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse specializing in Med/Surg, Oncology, and Palliative Care, recognized for enhancing patient care coordination and optimizing recovery post-procedure. Proven track record in critical thinking and time management that drives improved outcomes for patients and families. Demonstrated leadership in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, coupled with exceptional communication skills for educating patients on complex medical conditions. Committed to advancing patient care quality through continuous professional development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Intermountain Health, Mckay Dee Hospital
Ogden, UT
02.2024 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Overseen tasks of CNAs and LPNs, while maintaining respectful and open communication to increase team effectiveness.
Licenced Practical Nurse
Intermountain Health, McKay Dee Hospital
Ogden , Utah
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds, and assisting with personal hygiene, while working within scope.
- Reported and recorded all changes and findings to the Registered Nurse and physicians.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim Health Services
Ogden, Utah
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, ambulating, and dressing.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Physical Therapist Aid
Performance West Physical Therapy
West Point, UT
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Instructed patients on proper use of exercise equipment and safety precautions during treatment sessions.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing treatment plans for patients with diverse needs.
- Measured patient strength, range of motion, balance, coordination, posture, muscle performance, respiration and motor function development.
Lead Memory Care Med-Tech/ Certified Nursing Assistant
Mountain Ridge Assisted Living (Avamere)
Ogden, Utah
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Provided medication to patients as prescribed by the doctor, ensuring accuracy in dosage and timing.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications and reported findings to healthcare professionals.
- Monitored patient vital signs and responded to emergencies as needed.
- Trained new CNAs according to nursing facility protocols.
- Reported findings to the Registered Nurse and responded appropriately to acute patient changes.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah12-2024
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Ogden-Weber Applied Technology Collage
Ogden10-2022
Associates Degree - Nursing Studies
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah12.2020
Associates Degree - General Studies
Weber State University
Ogden, Utah12-2019
Diploma -
Weber High School
Ogden, Utah05.2017
Skills
- Accurate Medication Administration
- IV management
- Lab result interpretation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Infection Prevention Strategies
- Laboratory Procedures
- Tracheostomy Management
- Sterile Foley Technique
- Wound Care
- Nasogastric Tube Management
- Enteral and Parental Nutrition Administration
- Patient Intake Assessment and Discharge Coordination
- Biological Specimen Collection
- Immunizations/Injections
- Pharmacology/Distribute Medication
- Perform IV Removal Procedures
- Spirometers
- BLS administration
- Effective Team Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Utah
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Accomplishments
- Nurse Residency Completion (2025)- Intermountain Health
- Nurse Apprentice (2023)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Intermountain Health, Mckay Dee Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Licenced Practical Nurse
Intermountain Health, McKay Dee Hospital
03.2023 - 02.2024
Physical Therapist Aid
Performance West Physical Therapy
03.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Interim Health Services
01.2019 - 07.2022
Lead Memory Care Med-Tech/ Certified Nursing Assistant
Mountain Ridge Assisted Living (Avamere)
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Registered Nurse, Utah
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Weber State University
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Ogden-Weber Applied Technology Collage
Associates Degree - Nursing Studies
Weber State University
Associates Degree - General Studies
Weber State University
Diploma -
Weber High School
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