KYRA E. BURNS
Rochester
Summary
Critical care registered nurse with extensive experience in surgical intensive care and progressive care settings. Highly skilled in managing complex, high-acuity patients requiring invasive monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and continuous IV infusions. Proven charge nurse and preceptor with a strong focus on patient safety, interdisciplinary collaboration, and high-quality bedside nursing care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse — Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital
Rochester, NY
09.2022 - Current
- Administered direct bedside nursing care to critically ill surgical, neurologic, cardiac, medical, and burn/trauma patients in a high-acuity ICU.
- Evaluated and applied clinical judgment to ensure optimal care for patients requiring advanced life support and invasive monitoring.
- Assisted in managing mechanical ventilation and monitoring arterial and central lines. Supported the administration of CVP and Swan-Ganz catheters. Aided in the implementation of CRRT and targeted temperature management protocols.
- Monitored patient responses to sedation analgesia and vasoactive infusions, adjusting dosages in accordance with unit protocols to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Assisted interdisciplinary teams, including intensivists, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists, in delivering patient care. Collaborated with team members to support treatment plans and improve patient outcomes. Provided input during team meetings to enhance communication and coordination.
- Executed rapid response protocols for clinical deterioration, ensuring timely interventions.
- Directed patient flow, coordinated staffing assignments, and prioritized unit operations as charge nurse.
- Guided and mentored new graduate and experienced nurses to reinforce safe ICU practices and enhance clinical competence.
- Ensured accurate real-time documentation and communication through Epic software.
- Oversaw medication administration and treatment delivery in alignment with established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care strategies.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Facilitated patient and family education on health management and post-discharge care protocols.
- Implemented infection control practices, enhancing overall patient safety standards.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Streamlined documentation processes, improving accuracy and efficiency in patient records management.
- Implemented strategic quality improvement measures that significantly boosted patient satisfaction and health outcomes.
Registered Nurse — Surgical Step-Down Unit
Rochester General Hospital
Rochester, NY
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Delivered hands-on care to ventilator-dependent and post-operative vascular surgery patients in a progressive care environment
- Conducted focused and comprehensive assessments to identify early signs of clinical deterioration
- Administered medications and therapies while monitoring hemodynamic and respiratory status
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe escalation of care when indicated
- Served as charge nurse, supporting staff workflow and patient safety
- Provided patient and family education related to treatment plans and recovery
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY02.2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2021
Skills
- Surgical, Medical, and Neuro Critical Care
- Hemodynamic Monitoring (A-line, CVP, Swan-Ganz)
- Mechanical Ventilation & Airway Management
- Sedation, Analgesia & Vasoactive Drip Titration
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
- Targeted Temperature Management (TTM)
- Rapid Assessment & Clinical Decision-Making
- Code Response & Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Charge Nurse Leadership & Patient Triage
- Nurse Preceptorship & Clinical Mentorship
- Interdisciplinary Care Coordination
- EPIC Electronic Health Record Documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
- NIH Stroke Scale Certified
- American Heart Association — BLS
- American Heart Association — ACLS
HONORS, AWARDS & PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT
Fisher Nurse Impact Award — Direct Patient Care Recognized for expert, compassionate, and ethical bedside nursing care, URMC Clinical Ladder — Senior Level II Registered Nurse Demonstrates sustained clinical excellence with expanded roles in charge nursing and preceptorship, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing Member, American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Active Member, Nurse Champion — “UR on the Move” Initiative Promoted early mobility and interdisciplinary ICU patient engagement
Timeline
Registered Nurse — Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Strong Memorial Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse — Surgical Step-Down Unit
Rochester General Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2022
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
University of Rochester
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
St. John Fisher College