Kylie Clevenger

• Unpaid shifts providing clinical experience lasting 8 - 12 hours, shadowing Licensed Nurses.
• Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed under the supervision of a course instructor, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
• Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
• Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic medical records systems for accurate documentation of patient information.
• Participated in evidence-based practice assignments, nursing competency development in clinical setting, and nursing simulation activities.
• Perfect record of clinical attendance on units including:

- Adult Med - Surg, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Orthopedic, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Neuro, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Urology, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Psychiatric, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Postpartum, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Labor & Delivery, Baptist Health Little Rock

- Infant/Toddler Unit, Arkansas Children's Hospital

- NICU, Baptist Health Little Rock

- NICU, Arkansas Children's Hospital

• Provided full time, private, long term care for a family beginning when child was six weeks old until age 3.
• Worked overnight hours for the first 2 months of employment.
• Established confidence in diaper changing and bottle feeding.
• Established strong relationships with both parents and child based on trust, respect, adhering to parental guidelines and open communication.
• Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage self regulation.
• Adapted quickly to schedule changes to ensure a smooth transition.
• Safeguarded child's well-being by closely monitoring their activities and providing appropriate supervision at all times.
• Established open communication with parents for seamless coordination in child's daily routines and schedules.
• Established lasting, personal and professional connections with family and child by exercising open communication.
• Encouraged independence of the child through guidance on personal hygiene routines such as dressing up or brushing teeth, and assistance with potty training.
• Communicated with the child at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding.
• Enhanced child's cognitive development by implementing educational and stimulating activities.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
• Provided first aid and healthcare monitoring when necessary, ensuring children's safety and well-being.
• Maintained open and effective communication with parents about child's progress and daily activities, ensuring peace of mind.
• Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
• Supported family in maintaining household order by performing light housekeeping duties and laundry tasks.
• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.