Kyra Waytow
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with over 7 years of nursing experience in a variety of medical settings, including ICU, CCU, CVICU, SICU, MICU, Neuro ICU, IMCU and Rehabilitation Facilities. Vast experience and knowledge in dealing with a broad range of medical conditions. Bringing forth the ability to thoroughly and accurately assess patients and critically think to provide the best possible care to each patient. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams. Dedicated to provide the best quality patient care. I am a very dependable candidate for your Intensive Care Unit. I will provide a positive attitude and continue to strive to do better everyday and be the best asset to your team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aya
03.2022 - Current
- ICU experience across multiple facilities including Georgetown University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, and Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions based on evidence- based practice and protocols.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Precepted new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Safe and effective medication administration including monitoring drug compatibilities, as well as titration of vasoactive drips and sedation.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Chambersburg Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2020
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff members in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through Care Teams Committee.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies while on the Fall Committee resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided skilled and timely emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
- Championed a positive work culture by recognizing exemplary performance from team members and addressing conflicts promptly when they arose.
- Organized regular meetings within the department to discuss process improvements or address any challenges faced by our team members.
- Contributed significantly towards Joint Commission accreditation compliance through regular audits, staff education and process improvement recommendations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing- Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT05.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD12.2016
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Assessment Skills
- Decision Making
- Team Collaboration
- ECG Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Ventilator Management
- Professionalism
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Patient Advocacy
- Honest and Dependable
Affiliations
- Hand Hygiene Committee
- Skin Champion (committee to prevent skin breakdown and care for wounds)
- Scheduling Committee
- Clinical Ladder
- Fall Prevention Committee
- Care Team Committee
- Charge Nurse
Certification
ACLS
BLS
PALS
NIHSS
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
Daisy Award recipient- December of 2021 and mulitple Daisy nominations
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Aya
03.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Chambersburg Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Nursing- Leadership And Management
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hagerstown Community College
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