Kelly Hayden
@kellyhayden1
Compassionate registered nurse specializing in surgical and care coordination.
What I'm looking for
I am a confident, compassionate, and team-oriented Registered Nurse licensed in Michigan and Ohio, with broad clinical experience across surgical, perioperative, orthopedic, medical-surgical, and occupational health settings.
I have repeatedly delivered high-quality, evidence-based nursing care including pre- and post-operative management, wound care, IV therapy, triage, and medication administration while emphasizing patient and family education.
My background includes charge nurse responsibilities, care coordination, medical chart review, discharge planning, and participation in interdisciplinary care conferences to support seamless transitions and improved outcomes.
I seek to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team where I can apply critical thinking, strong communication, and clinical expertise to advance patient-centered care and continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Charge Nurse – RN
Regency at Troy
Mar 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Perform wound and tracheostomy care, IV therapy, medication administration, assessments, and discharge planning while coordinating care and conducting medical chart reviews to support resident outcomes.
Provide perioperative nursing for MOHS procedures including assisting surgeons, wound care, medication administration, triage, and discharge education to ensure safe surgical outcomes.
Registered Nurse – Pre/Post-Op
DMC-Lahser Ambulatory Surgery & Endoscopy Center
Oct 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year)
Conducted pre-operative screenings, post-operative evaluations and EKGs, provided IV therapy, medication administration, pain management, and discharge teaching for ambulatory surgery patients.
Registered Nurse – Surgical/Ortho
Straith Hospital for Special Surgery
Aug 2020 - Mar 2023 (2 years 7 months)
Managed post-operative and rehabilitation care for orthopedic patients, delivering IV administration, telemetry monitoring, wound care, vaccine clinic management, and coordinated discharge planning.
Registered Nurse – Care Coordinator
AmeriHealth Caritas
Mar 2022 - Aug 2022 (5 months)
Conducted comprehensive assessments, developed care plans, coordinated resources and transitions of care, and advocated for patients to ensure appropriate interventions across care settings.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Redford High School
High School Diploma, General Education
Graduated with a High School Diploma.
Wayne County Community College
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing, Nursing
Completed an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing with foundational clinical training and licensure preparation.
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with preparation for professional nursing practice and clinical care.
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