MarKeeta Hayfort
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Responsible registered nurse with excellent communication skills demonstrated by eight years of experience in healthcare. Outgoing and detail-oriented. I complete appointed tasks in a timely matter. Inquisitive and persistent learner. Adapt to new and challenging environments rapidly. Proficient at building and maintaining professional relationships.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Heart Hospital
07.2018 - Current
1. Cared for patients in a Short Stay Unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
2. Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, and techs to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, and medications.
3. Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
4. Worked in Emergency Room setting providing emergent care.
5. Worked in Post Anesthesia Care Unit setting providing care to patients after procedures.
6. Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols as a preceptor.
7. Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Triage Nurse
TriageLogic
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathetic communication, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Obtained history of present illness and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred At Home
01.2018 - 07.2018
1. Assessed patients' condition during every visit and documented observations.
2. Provided wound care and assessed healing progress.
3. Filled medication planners according to patients' need.
4. Educated patients and caregiver on medical condition.
5. Coordinated with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Physicians and anyone else involved in the patient's care plan.
6. Made recommendations for devices that might improve the patient's quality of life.
7. Obtained labs and specimens .
8. Administered injections.
9. Inserted catheters.
10. G-tube care and maintenance.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Tender Loving Care Private Home-Care, LLC
10.2017 - 01.2018
1. Completed client assessments and developed personal care service plans.
2. Collaborated with other members of the staff.
Registered Nurse
Forrest City School District- Central Elementary School
09.2016 - 01.2018
1. Provided first aid and emergency support and treatment to injured or sick students and staff.
2. Administered medications and assisted with management of special health care needs, including asthma, diabetes, ADHD, and allergies.
3. Documented all student interaction and communicated with parents.
4. Performed hearing and vision screenings and made referrals as needed.
5. Performed height and weight measurements for physical examinations.
6. Maintained up-to-date health records on all students enrolled.
7. Monitored compliance with immunizations.
Data Entry Clerk
Source HOV
05.2015 - 08.2015
Entered information on computers.
Data Entry Clerk/ Quality Control Clerk
Sourcecorp
02.2012 - 08.2013
1. Entered information on computers as a Data Entry Clerk.
2. Checked the work quality of other employees as the Quality Control Clerk.
Sandwich Artist
Mapco Express/Subway
03.2011 - 08.2011
Took customer orders, made their sandwiches and operated a cash register.
Human Services Assistant
Crowley's Ridge Development Council
01.2011 - 04.2011
Helped clients complete applications for utility assistance.
East Arkansas Community College
East Arkansas Community College
08.2009 - 12.2010
Assisted students with their courses, including prerequisites for the nursing program.
Sandwich Artist/ Cashier
Mapco Express/ Subway
08.2008 - 07.2009
Took customer orders, made their sandwiches and operated a cash register.
Cashier/ Baker
Western Sizzlin
02.2007 - 07.2008
Took orders as a cashier. Made all rolls and desserts as a baker.
Education
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARClinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, ARAssociate of Applied Science - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, AR2016
Associate of Science - Health
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Helena, AR2015
Technical Certificate of Health Professions - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College
Forrest City, AR2010
High School Diploma -
Brinkley High School
Brinkley, AR2006
Skills
- Insulin medication assistance
- Patient/family focused
- Culturally competent care
- Problem resolution capability
- Catheter insertion/removal capability
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient-focused care
- Promotes positive behavior
- Precepting
- Infection Control and Aseptic Procedures
- Triaging
- Patient Monitoring
- Home Visits
- Hearing Screenings
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Discharging
- Patient Assessments
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Chest Pain Management
- Pain Management
- Care Plan Development
- Inpatient and Outpatient Care
- Microsoft Office
- Personal Care Needs
- HIPAA Education
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Performing EKGs
- Removing Sutures
- Team Coordination
- ER Experience
- Family Education
- Wound Care
- Emergency Procedures
- Follow-Up Calls
- Intravenous Therapy
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Arkansas, License number R101811, 2016
- BLS 11/2024-11/2026
- ACLS 11/2024-11/2026
Awards
- 12/2013 Student of the Quarter: Shawndus Gregory: Career Pathways Fall 2013
- 5/2010 Technical Certificate in Health Professions: East Arkansas Community College
- 3/2010 Certificate of Achievement: Student Support Services TRiO: Special recognition for achievement in academics.
- 12/2009 Silver Level Career Readiness Certificate: Governor Mike Beebe: Certificate from Governor of Arkansas citing successful completion of skill level four of the WorkKeys* Assessment System in the areas of Applied Mathematics, Locating Information, and Reading for Information.
- 12/2007 Dean's List: East Arkansas Community College
- 5/2007 Dean's List: East Arkansas Community College
- 12/2016 Certificate of Completion: Arkansas Department of Health: Participated in the educational activity Vision Screening Certification for School Nurses and was awarded 3.75 CNE Contact Hours.
- 12/2016 Certificate of Completion: Arkansas Department of Health Participated in the educational activity Hearing Screening Certification for School Nurses and was awarded 3.25 CNE Contact Hours.
- 08/2021 Certificate of Completion: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Participated in the educational activity Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine (Johnson & Johnson): What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know and was awarded 0.5 CNE Contact Hours.
- 08/2021 Certificate of Completion: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Participated in the educational activity Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know and was awarded 0.5 CNE Contact Hours
- 08/2021 Certificate of Completion: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Participated in the educational activity Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know and was awarded 0.5 CNE Contact Hours
- 08/2021 Certificate of Completion: Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Participated in the educational activity COVID-19 Vaccine Training: General Overview of Immunization Best Practices for Healthcare and was awarded 0.25 CNE Contact Hours.
- 08/2019 Certificate of Participation: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences: Participated in the live activity entitled Heart association Summit and was awarded 12.25 Contact Hours.
- 12/2017 Certificate of Completion: Arkansas Department of Health: Completed Office Management and Electronic Documentation training and was awarded 2.75 CNE Contact Hours.
- 10/2017 Certificate of Completion: Arkansas Department of Health: Completed New School Nurse Conference: A Day in the Life of a School Nurse and was awarded 12.25 ANCC: Contact Hours of Continuing Nursing Education.
- 9/2017 Certificate of Completion: Arkansas Department of Health: Completed Updates: Immunizations, Zika Virus, TB Transmission training and was awarded 3 ANCC: Contact Hours Continuing Nursing Education.
Timeline
Triage Nurse
TriageLogic
07.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Heart Hospital
07.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kindred At Home
01.2018 - 07.2018
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Tender Loving Care Private Home-Care, LLC
10.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Forrest City School District- Central Elementary School
09.2016 - 01.2018
Data Entry Clerk
Source HOV
05.2015 - 08.2015
Data Entry Clerk/ Quality Control Clerk
Sourcecorp
02.2012 - 08.2013
Sandwich Artist
Mapco Express/Subway
03.2011 - 08.2011
Human Services Assistant
Crowley's Ridge Development Council
01.2011 - 04.2011
East Arkansas Community College
East Arkansas Community College
08.2009 - 12.2010
Sandwich Artist/ Cashier
Mapco Express/ Subway
08.2008 - 07.2009
Cashier/ Baker
Western Sizzlin
02.2007 - 07.2008
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Clinical Experience - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Associate of Science - Health
Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas
Technical Certificate of Health Professions - Nursing
East Arkansas Community College
High School Diploma -
Brinkley High School
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