Krysta Meyers
Chillicothe
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nurse with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, eager to develop further skills in high-stakes environments. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Instructor
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO
05.2026 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on clinical practice sessions to enhance student learning experiences.
- Will mentor students in clinical settings, fostering professional development and confidence.
- Evaluate student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Pediatric Home Service
Chillicothe, MO
04.2025 - Current
- Administered complex medication regimens and treatment plans for pediatric patients in home settings.
- Educated families on care techniques, ensuring adherence to protocols and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored care strategies for individual patient needs.
- Monitored vital signs and overall health status, promptly identifying changes requiring intervention.
- Implemented best practices in infection control, enhancing safety measures within home environments.
- Served as a trusted resource for patients and their families by providing expert advice on pediatric health matters and addressing concerns promptly.
- Mentored new hires in pediatric home health nursing best practices, contributing to overall team success and quality of care provided.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Phoenix Home Health
Keytesville, MO
06.2025 - Current
- Advocated for patients' needs by coordinating with healthcare providers and community resources effectively.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean, organized treatment space.
- Tracked patients' progress through careful reporting and documentation at each visit.
- Communicated with patients and family members, providing detailed information regarding care and medications.
- Provided compassionate nursing care to medically fragile children in home settings.
- Evaluated care effectiveness, adjusting interventions based on ongoing assessments and family feedback.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families through effective listening skills combined with consistent followup.
LPN/RN
StoneBridge Nursing Home
US
08.2023 - Current
- Turned and positioned immobile patients 3 times per day while maintaining proper body alignment
- Answered residents call lights and performed services that added to the residents physical well-being
- Provided a full range of care from wound treatment to broken bone immobilization to the administration of medication to residents in the facility
- Collaborated closely with doctors to clearly communicate resident care plans and updates with patients and families when needed
- Administered narcotics as ordered
- Obtained blood draws and give IV antibiotics when needed
- Initiate treatment plans for residents
- Responsibility for safety precautions for residents and staff
Registered Nurse
KU Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Provided emotional support for oncology patients experiencing distress related to their diagnoses or treatments, utilizing active listening skills and empathetic communication techniques.
- Assessed patients during course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- Provided compassionate care for oncology patients, addressing their physical and emotional needs during treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
- Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments according to established protocols.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, side effects, and self-care strategies.
LPN
Cameron Regional Medical Center
US
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Responsibilities include: Maintained an empathetic approach to patient care, and readily educated patients regarding their trauma and care
- Assisted 4-7 patients with personal care, such as bathing (bed bath, tub, shower), oral hygiene, shaving, and hair care
- Placed and removed IV's per doctors orders
- Answered patient call lights and performed services to improve patients treatment
- Obtained vital signs, height, weight, and demographic data
- Responsible for urinary catheter inserting and removal, finger stick blood sugars, routine urine and stool specimen collection, ostomy care, emptying drainage receptacles/tubes, bladder scans, and wound treatments
- Trained a new nurse on the medical surgical floor on best practices for patient documentation, patient and family communication, and hospital policies and procedures
- Maintained an empathetic approach to patient care, and readily educated patients regarding their trauma and care
- Communicated and collaborated with families, doctors, and specialists to ensure top-of-the-line care for patients
- Able to give professional report to other nurses. and collaborated with families, doctors, and specialists to ensure top-of-the-line care for patients
- Able to give professional report to other nurses.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO 05.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
Trenton, MO05.2022
High School Diploma -
Meadville High School
Meadville, MO05.2021
Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Professional bedside manner
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- Professional bedside manner
- Professional bedside manner
- Professional bedside manner
Certification
CPR certification through National CPR Foundation
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
North Central Missouri College
05.2026 - Current
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Phoenix Home Health
06.2025 - Current
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Pediatric Home Service
04.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
KU Medical Center
06.2024 - 05.2025
LPN/RN
StoneBridge Nursing Home
08.2023 - Current
LPN
Cameron Regional Medical Center
06.2022 - 02.2024
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
North Central Missouri College
High School Diploma -
Meadville High School