Kayla Darrough
Grand Island
Summary
Detail-oriented healthcare professional with experience in patient documentation, appointment scheduling, and effective communication. Proven ability to maintain accurate electronic health records and foster positive relationships with patients and families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant /Certified Medication Aide
Grand Island Clinic
Grand Island
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe patient environments in compliance with protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
- Coordinated daily schedules for multiple healthcare providers and patients.
- Assisted patients in navigating appointment options and answering inquiries.
- Maintained accurate patient records within electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in scheduling, rescheduling, and canceling appointments for patients.
Receptionist
Grand Island Ear Nose and Throat
Grand Island
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Greeted patients upon arrival, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments by using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Managed phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate staff members.
- Collected patient information for accurate data entry and record-keeping.
- Coordinated with medical staff to ensure timely patient flow and service.
Nursing Assistant /Certified Medication Aide
Children & Adolescence Clinic
Grand Island
11.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care processes.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care on non-emergency situations, routine healthcare services and taking and monitoring vital signs.
- Administer medications, vaccinations and preformed minor procedures.
- Developed and maintained efficient scheduling systems for staff and services.
- Responded to patient inquiries regarding procedure availability and scheduling.
- Handling administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, preparing documents.
Credit Processor
Amur Equipment Finance
Grand Island
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Coordinated with sales teams to support customer financing needs effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of all processed applications in the database.
- Reviewed financial documents to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Resolved discrepancies in application details through thorough investigation.
- Executed loan origination process and ordered credit reports, appraisals and preliminary title reports.
- Evaluated credit application to determine risk factors and financial feasibility.
Lead Teacher
St.Paul's Cornerstone ELC
Grand Island
02.2019 - 07.2023
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with early childhood education standards.
- Supervised classroom activities and ensured a safe learning environment.
- Mentored new teachers on effective teaching strategies and classroom management.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address concerns.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to enhance student engagement and learning.
- Assessed student performance and adjusted curriculum as needed for improvement.
- Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
Education
CPR / First Aide -
Mary Lanning
Hastings, NE01-2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Mary Lanning
Hastings, NE01-2025
Medication Aide (MA) -
Sherry's Med Class
Omaha, NE01-2024
Bachelor of Science / General Studies -
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE05-2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Patient documentation
- Appointment scheduling
- Healthcare coordination
- Communication
- Ability to work under pressure
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Leadership
- Adaptability
Timeline
Nursing Assistant /Certified Medication Aide
Grand Island Clinic
08.2025 - Current
Nursing Assistant /Certified Medication Aide
Children & Adolescence Clinic
11.2024 - 08.2025
Receptionist
Grand Island Ear Nose and Throat
03.2024 - 11.2025
Credit Processor
Amur Equipment Finance
06.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Teacher
St.Paul's Cornerstone ELC
02.2019 - 07.2023
CPR / First Aide -
Mary Lanning
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) -
Mary Lanning
Medication Aide (MA) -
Sherry's Med Class
Bachelor of Science / General Studies -
University of Nebraska At Kearney