Kiera Jean Latta
7227 SW 22nd Pl, Gainesville
Summary
Dedicated Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Student committed to becoming an effective team member in delivering the best neonatal intensive care, with a special interest in neonatal palliative care. Practicing Registered Nurse with six years of experience at UF Health Shands Children's Hospital NICU, excelling in patient advocacy and education. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in administering medications and conducting thorough assessments, ensuring optimal care. Committed to enhancing patient satisfaction through holistic approaches and mentoring new staff to foster a collaborative environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Children's Hospital NICU
06.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with established protocols and safety standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for pediatric patients.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, swiftly identifying changes requiring immediate intervention.
- Educated families on health management and care techniques, enhancing patient understanding and compliance.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Track
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL12-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Hospice and palliative care
Certification
- Multi-State Nursing License: RN9511610, Expiration: 04/30/2027
- RNC-NIC, ANC Expiration:
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification, American Heart Association. Expiration:
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association. Expiration:
Timeline
Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Children's Hospital NICU
06.2019 - Current
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Track
University of South Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of South Florida
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