Kyla LaChiusa
Houston,TX
Summary
Offering strong foundation in medical and patient care, eager to learn and grow within ICU setting. Brings solid understanding of patient assessment and monitoring, paired with skills in medical documentation and basic life support. Team player focused on collaborative patient care and achieving optimal outcomes. Adaptable to dynamic environments, ensuring consistent high standards in patient safety and care. Ready to use and develop clinical skills and patient management expertise in ICU Nurse role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital: Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Supervising/charge RN on a fast-paced, 28 bed orthopedic surgical unit.
- Duties include supporting nursing staff, delegating nursing assignments and coordinating patient care with other healthcare professionals to carry out effective treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Served as an advocate for nursing staff by voicing concerns and working collaboratively with administration to address issues impacting the work environment.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic tests to promptly identify changes in patient conditions.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, including rapid responses and CERTs.
- Administered medications, including drips, safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
Orthopedic Trauma Nurse
HCA Healthcare Northwest
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for teaching and managing care from the perioperative stage through discharge.
- Monitoring post-surgical incisions and performing extensive dressing changes.
- Monitoring various drains, nasogastric tubes, chest tubes, PEG tubes, ostomies and tracheostomies.
- Responsible for setting up and maintaining skeletal traction prior to patients receiving surgery.
- Safely administering daily medications through various routes.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by providing immediate and effective trauma care in high-pressure environments.
- Provided life-saving interventions during emergency situations, stabilizing patients and preventing further complications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas Health Science Center
Houston12.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College - Kingwood
Kingwood12.2020
Skills
- Epic and Meditech EHR Proficient
- Therapeutic communication
- Clinical leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Compassionate and caring
- Multitasking Abilities
Certification
- Registered Nurse License: 1021272
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC): #2023152855
Timeline
Primary Charge Nurse
Houston Methodist Hospital: Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Orthopedic Trauma Nurse
HCA Healthcare Northwest
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Registered Nurse License: 1021272
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (MEDSURG-BC): #2023152855
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas Health Science Center
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lone Star College - Kingwood
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