Kyleigh Alt
Portland,ME
Summary
Highly motivated, dedicated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in patient care planning, colleague communication, and administering direct patient care in the home, school, and inpatient settings. Compassionate patient advocate, and quick-thinking problem solver with excellent judgment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
1:1 Home Health Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care
Portland, ME
02.2025 - Current
- Administering medications according to physician orders and monitoring side effects of medications.
- Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
- Provided total patient care to a client with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Performed assessments of the patient's physical condition to determine their level of function and need for assistance with activities of daily living.
- Maintained accurate records of all visits made to patients' homes along with any changes in their conditions or treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while caring for clients in their homes.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
1:1 School Registered Nurse
Amergis
Kennebunk, Maine
10.2024 - Current
- Delivered 1:1 RN care to nonverbal client with developmental and intellectual disabilities.
- Assessed and monitored the patient's nutritional, hydration, neurological, and gastrointestinal status to promote comfort and well-being.
- Provided tube feedings and water boluses to the client with a G-tube.
- Maintained precise records of student health information, including medications and treatments.
- Participated in meetings to address student health care needs and individualized education plans.
- Educated teachers and school personnel on client-specific, health-related topics.
- Responded promptly to student illnesses and injuries to ensure safety.
Clinical Nurse
MaineHealth - Maine Medical Center
Portland, ME
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Experienced in inpatient medical/surgical and perioperative settings.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans and treatment efficacy.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, documentation.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Facilitated discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals and service providers to drive optimal patient care.
- Coordinated services between multiple departments to keep procedures and testing on track.
Nursing Student
MaineHealth - Maine Medical Center
Portland, ME
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments and provided accurate documentation in electronic health record.
- Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
- Followed all hospital and nursing protocols for patient safety and confidentiality.
- Practiced infection control measures, including proper handwashing and PPE use.
- Engaged in clinical rotations across various departments to gain diverse experience, including psychiatric, medical/surgical, labor and delivery, and mother/baby.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME05-2023
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Medication Administration
- Health Promotion
- Care Planning
- Family Education
- Nutritional monitoring
Timeline
1:1 Home Health Nurse
Maxim Home Health Care
02.2025 - Current
1:1 School Registered Nurse
Amergis
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse
MaineHealth - Maine Medical Center
09.2023 - 10.2024
Nursing Student
MaineHealth - Maine Medical Center
05.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Maine
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