Kiara Malone

Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse with seven years of nursing experience across psychiatric care, skilled nursing and plasma services.

Background in clinical record review, provider and pharmacy communication, discharge support, patient education and EMR documentation, with staff supervision and precepting experience. Seeking remote or hybrid opportunities in clinical coordination, care management support, care transitions, utilization management support or clinical operations.

LPN Staff Nurse at ALIYA Healthcare (2026-09 – Present)

• Review admission and discharge information, communicate clinical concerns to physicians and nurse practitioners, and follow up on resulting orders.
• Provide skilled nursing care for residents with complex needs, reinforce treatment instructions and document interventions and responses in the EMR.
• Coordinate with nursing leadership and interdisciplinary staff, supervise CNAs and prioritize resident needs during assigned shifts.

LPN Supervisor at Greenwood Care Inc. (2026-03 – Present)

• Supervise nursing care for adults with psychiatric and dual-diagnosis conditions and precept newly hired nurses.
• Communicate findings, treatment responses and changes in condition to providers and collaborate on individualized care plans.
• Support appointments, transportation arrangements and outreach to facilities regarding discharge and housing support needs.
• Coordinate prescription needs with providers and pharmacies and help route documentation when prior authorization is required.

Medical Support Specialist Supervisor at BioLife Plasma Services (2023-02 – 2026-10)

• Reviewed medical histories, screening results and assessment findings to determine donor eligibility under physician oversight and established protocols.
• Partnered with management, Quality Assurance and off-site clinical teams to resolve eligibility questions and maintain accurate records.
• Supervised and precepted staff, supported audit readiness and responded to adverse donor reactions.

Licensed Practical Nurse at ProMedica Senior Care (2022 – 2022)

• Reviewed medical histories and clinical information to support individualized care planning.
• Performed nursing assessments, documented findings and reported changes in condition for provider follow-up.

Psych Nurse Supervisor at Lydia Healthcare (2019-05 – 2020-05)

• Supervised psychiatric nursing care, trained new nurses and provided patient and family education.
• Communicated with providers and participated in weekly clinical reviews to coordinate treatment plans and escalate concerns.

Certified Nursing Assistant at ManorCare Palos East (2015-03 – 2018)

• Provided direct resident care, recorded vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
• Assisted with mobility, specimen collection and daily care needs while maintaining documentation.

Life Skills Trainer and Caregiver at NeuroRestorative (2011-08 – 2013-05)

• Supported daily living activities, safe transfers and resident independence.
• Documented mood, mobility, intake and output to communicate care needs to the team.

Practical Nursing – Ambria College of Nursing (2017 – 2019)

IV Certificate – Infusion Therapy Institute (2026-04 – 2026-04)

Nursing Assistant Certificate – BestMed Care Institute (2015 – 2015)