Kayla Colyer
Bellwood
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with strong experience in dialysis nursing, long-term care, patient monitoring, and interdisciplinary care coordination. Skilled in administering medications, maintaining accurate electronic health records, educating patients and families, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention and safety protocols. Known for excellent communication, multitasking abilities, leadership skills, and commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse)
US Renal Care
Altoona, PA
02.2024 - Current
- Case management experience. Making patient referrals, arranging for in-home services, setting up transportation, contacting agencies and local support based on patients' needs. Educating patients on available services in the community. ICD 10 code experience with billing.
- Provide direct patient care and oversee daily nursing operations within the dialysis clinic.
- Monitor patient conditions before, during, and after dialysis treatment to ensure safety and treatment effectiveness.
- Administer medications and evaluate patient responses to treatments and procedures.
- Perform infection control audits and maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and clinic standards.
- Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.
- Supervise staff, assist with workflow coordination, and support patient care activities.
- Maintain accurate electronic documentation and assist with ICD-10 coding and billing documentation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Renal Care
Altoona, PA
01.2018 - 02.2024
- Provided dialysis treatment and monitored patient status throughout care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records and communicated patient concerns to healthcare providers.
- Supported patient education and reinforced treatment compliance and safety practices.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Long-Term Care Facility
09.2017 - 01.2018
- Administered medications and carried out physician treatment orders.
- Monitored patient conditions including vital signs and blood glucose levels.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living and mobility support.
- Collected specimens and documented patient information accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
Cresson, PA12-2023
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center
Altoona, PA08-2017
Skills
- Dialysis & Renal Care: Experienced in initiating and discontinuing dialysis treatments using CVC ports, fistulas, and grafts while monitoring patient stability throughout treatment
- Medication Administration: Administer medications, injections, and treatments accurately while monitoring for side effects and adverse reactions
- Patient Assessment: Perform ongoing patient assessments including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, pain assessment, and recognition of condition changes
- Electronic Health Records (EHR): Maintain detailed and accurate patient documentation using electronic medical record systems and clinical charting software
- Care Coordination: Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support positive patient outcomes Educate patients on available in-home services and arranging such services for the patient
- Infection Prevention & Safety: Ensure compliance with infection control standards, perform audits, and maintain safe patient care practices
- Specimen Collection: Collect and process laboratory specimens while following proper handling and safety procedures
- Leadership & Team Support: Experience supervising staff, assisting with workflow management, and supporting team-based patient care
- Patient & Family Education: Educate patients and caregivers on medications, dialysis treatment plans, safety precautions, and follow-up care
- Organization & Multitasking: Strong ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage multiple patients, and work efficiently in fast-paced healthcare settings
Certification
American Heart Association CPR/BLS — Current
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse)
US Renal Care
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
US Renal Care
01.2018 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Long-Term Care Facility
09.2017 - 01.2018
Associate of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Mount Aloysius College
Diploma in Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Greater Altoona Career & Technology Center