Myra Kyle
Hillsboro,MO
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with six years of experience in hospice care, delivering comprehensive patient support and effectively delegating tasks based on individual needs. Proficient Telephone Triage Nurse with a strong ability to assess patient requirements, make clinical decisions following established protocols, and communicate effectively with primary care teams. Committed to enhancing patient comfort through targeted nursing interventions and health education initiatives while fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary professionals for seamless continuity of care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Triage Nurse
Pathways Hospice
ST Louis , MO
11.2021 - Current
- Handled patient calls, collecting medical history and assessing symptoms to evaluate complaints.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidelines and standards of practice related to triage nursing duties.
- Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
- Utilized EHR systems effectively for documentation purposes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
RN
Hope Hospsice
St Louis, MO
08.2018 - 09.2021
- As an on call hospice nurse, I responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and pain management at end of life.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
RN
Crystal Oaks: Skilled Nursing Facility
Festus, MO
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of professionals as well as patients and families to determine appropriate treatment options.
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
- Provided education and support to patients' family members.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Jefferson College
Hillsboro, MO05.2018
Skills
- Clinical Patient Monitoring
- Patient advocacy
- Coordinating referrals
- Patient needs assessment
- Medication administration
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Medication and IV administration
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Data management
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Triage Nurse
Pathways Hospice
11.2021 - Current
RN
Hope Hospsice
08.2018 - 09.2021
RN
Crystal Oaks: Skilled Nursing Facility
08.2017 - 08.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Jefferson College
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