Kailea Collins
Mendota
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ballad Health System, excelling in critical patient assessments and emergency response. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective medication administration and strong clinical judgment. Recognized for mentoring staff and fostering teamwork, contributing to improved unit performance and patient satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
06.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
Registered Nurse
Ballad Heath
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease and cardiac dysrhythmia.
- Mentored new nursing staff in best practices for cardiac care, contributing to excellent teamwork and improved unit performance overall.
- Delivered high-quality pre-and post-operative care to patients undergoing a variety of cardiovascular interventions.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Contributed to a high standard of care through ongoing professional development and staying current on best practices in cardiac nursing.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Ballad Health System
05.2020 - 04.2023
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
- Facilitated continuity of care during shift changes by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming technicians, ensuring seamless transition of responsibilities.
- Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
Patient Care Technician
Ballad Health System
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Daycare Teacher
Apple Academy
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA05-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Telemetry monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- PALS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Emergency response
- Charge Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health System
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ballad Heath
04.2022 - 06.2023
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Ballad Health System
05.2020 - 04.2023
Patient Care Technician
Ballad Health System
03.2019 - 04.2022
Daycare Teacher
Apple Academy
01.2017 - 03.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
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