Kayla Lehnen
Springfield,IL
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience, excelling in medication administration and patient assessments. Known for strong clinical judgment and compassionate care, I have successfully implemented individualized care plans, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction. Committed to fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement in nursing practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nomad Health (Medical/Surgical on Nephrology Unit)
New York, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and compliance with patient load of 6 acute care patients.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes to inform care plans and enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing knowledge of treatment protocols.
- Conducted regular assessments, adjusting care plans based on patient needs and progress reports.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
Concordia Village (short Stay/rehab Nurse)
Springfield, IL
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies for a case load of 14-16 patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse
Residential Home Health (Home Health RN Case Manager)
Glen Carbon, IL
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities with a case load of 30-35 patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
HSHS St Johns Hospital (medical/surgical)
Springfield, IL
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians with assignment of 6 to 7 patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare teams.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure patient safety standards.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, ILAssociate of Science - Associates in Applied Science ADN
Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, Illinois, IL05.2019
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
IV setup
Intravenous therapy
Precepting
Proper catheter insertion/removal
Acute care expertise
Oxygen saturation standards
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nomad Health (Medical/Surgical on Nephrology Unit)
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Concordia Village (short Stay/rehab Nurse)
05.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse
Residential Home Health (Home Health RN Case Manager)
01.2022 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
HSHS St Johns Hospital (medical/surgical)
07.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Associate of Science - Associates in Applied Science ADN
Lincoln Land Community College