Italia Kyle
Maryville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with experience at East Tennessee Children's Hospital, skilled in pediatric patient care. I have demonstrated the ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring patient safety, and delivering family-centered care in high-pressure environments. Strong communication with an interdisciplinary team to maintain a therapeutic atmosphere for young patients.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Tech - Student (PRN)
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Provide direct patient care to children of all ages in an acute care setting
- Obtain accurate vital signs, intake and output measurements, and report abnormalities to nursing staff
- Demonstrate effective communication and critical thinking while supporting nurses and families
Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time/PRN)
Village Behavioral Health
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided care for children and adolescents ages 10-17 with mental health and behavioral diagnoses
- Maintained a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Utilized de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication during crisis situations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support individualized care plans
Student Assistant (Part-Time)
University Family Physicians - Knoxville, TN (UT)
Knoxville
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with medical records and maintained patient confidentiality
- Demonstrated CNA-level patient care skills
- Shadowed a Nurse Practitioner providing care to pediatric patients in DCS custody
- Strengthened organizational, communication, and clinical observation skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
TENNESSEE WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
Knoxville, TN05.2026
Skills
- Pediatric Patient Care
- Vital Signs & Intake/Output Monitoring
- Therapeutic & Professional Communication
- Crisis Intervention & De-escalation
- Time Management & Organization
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Safety & Infection Control
- Compassionate, Family-Centered Care
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
References
- Lauren Ward, MSN, RN, College Professor, (865) 310-2002, Lward@tnwesleyan.edu
- Leslie Kinser, MSN, RN, Clinical Instructor, (865) 809-4597, Lkinser@tnwesleyan.edu
- Toby Brooks, College Softball Coach, (423) 462-1868, Tbrooks@tnwesleyan.edu
Timeline
Unit Tech - Student (PRN)
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time/PRN)
Village Behavioral Health
06.2024 - 02.2025
Student Assistant (Part-Time)
University Family Physicians - Knoxville, TN (UT)
01.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
TENNESSEE WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY