KAYLA HUFF
Mount Washington
Summary
Highly motivated healthcare professional dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and efficient case management. Adept at coordinating care and advocating for patients, fostering open communication and collaboration among multidisciplinary teams. Recognized for adaptability and a results-oriented approach in fast-paced healthcare settings. With 8 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations, brings a patient-oriented mindset to every task. Skilled in multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments, has expertise in ICU, Telemetry, Home Health, and Psych.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
RN Case Manager
LHC Caretenders
08.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management to patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures
- Gave medications and treatments to patients and tracked their responses while collaborating with healthcare teams to adjust treatment plans
- Promoted patient and family comfort in order to improve healing and eliminate non-compliance issues during difficult recoveries
- Oversaw and managed Licensed Practical Nurses in patient care activities while maintaining a high level of staff morale and professionalism
- Led a successful 40-patient team of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses
- Oversaw nursing activities for Licensed Practical Nurses, advising nurses on how to provide excellent patient care and satisfaction
- Conducted an initial client assessment and analysis to begin the research process
RN
Baptist Health Louisville
01.2018 - 05.2021
- Advocated for patients in my care and implemented prescribed treatment strategies using firsthand knowledge and clinical expertise
- Provided exceptional care and support to people recovering from serious injuries and dealing with chronic illnesses
- Physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management were all part of my care for home health patients
- Medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management were among the interventions I implemented
- Provided exceptional care to a large number of high-acute patients who required complex treatment such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation
- Provided excellent care to patients with a variety of diagnoses and oversaw their treatment from start to finish
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, as well as providing current information to clinical supervisors
- Was in charge of providing direct care to up to 6 patients on a 21-bed cardiac telemetry unit, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising a team of nurses, CNA's and unit clerks
- Gave patients the tools and knowledge they needed for a quick and long-term recovery
- Acted quickly in situations that threatened the unit's safety and security, implementing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate the situation
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and assisting patients in regaining or improving coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Improved ICU efficiency by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Advanced clinical knowledge through ongoing professional development activities, including workshops, conferences, and certifications.
- Exhibited strong leadership skills while serving as charge nurse on assigned shifts, coordinating staff assignments and troubleshooting issues as they arose.
- Mitigated risks associated with critical care nursing practice by consistently applying evidence-based guidelines in daily work routines.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and performing life-saving interventions.
- Facilitated timely decision-making with accurate documentation of patients'' conditions and effective communication with physicians.
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY01.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY01.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY01.2016
Skills
- Project oversight
- Drug utilization review
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Preventative health
- Acute care expertise
- Home care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Collecting vitals
- Chronic disease management
- Training and mentoring
- Staff management
- Strong clinical judgment
- Case management
- Relationship building and retention
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Clinical judgment
- Airway management
- Vascular access devices
- End-of-life care
- Critical care nursing
- Intravenous therapy
Accomplishments
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing Alpha Beta Zeta Chapter
Timeline
RN Case Manager
Centerwell Home Health
10.2023 - Current
RN Case Manager
LHC Caretenders
08.2021 - 10.2023
RN
Baptist Health Louisville
01.2018 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Master of Science - Psychiatry Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Indiana Wesleyan University
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