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Heather Smith

Raceland

Summary

Registered Nurse with over three years of experience in medical-surgical settings. Expertise in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and care quality. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring new staff and optimizing clinical practices. Proficient in medication management, chart updates, and fostering effective communication among healthcare professionals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN, Medical-Surgical

KDMC
Ashland
09.2020 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and hospital protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
  • Provided support during medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
  • Mentored new nursing staff on best practices and hospital procedures.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to life-saving situations using nursing standards and protocols for treatment.
  • Developed individualized patient-care plans based on physician instructions and nursing assessment of patient needs.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
  • Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
  • Participated in continuing education programs to stay current with best practices in nursing care.
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
  • Coordinated patient admissions and discharges efficiently within the unit.
  • Collaborated with physicians to adjust treatment plans as needed for patients.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
  • Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Facilitated effective communication among staff, patients, and families for optimal care coordination.

Patient Care Technician

KDMC
Ashland
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and hygiene tasks.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas consistently.
  • Responded swiftly to patient needs and requests throughout shifts.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
  • Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
  • Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.

Residential House Cleaner

Tammy Smith
Huntington
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Cleaned residential properties using eco-friendly cleaning products and techniques.
  • Organized cleaning schedules to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client preferences and concerns.
  • Inspected completed work to ensure high standards of cleanliness were met.
  • Communicated effectively with clients to build strong working relationships.
  • Implemented efficient cleaning strategies to enhance overall productivity and service quality.
  • Sanitized bathrooms including toilets, showers and tubs, sinks and countertops.
  • Scrubbed kitchen counters, cabinets and backsplashes.
  • Cleaned interior windows and wiped down blinds.
  • Dusted furniture, fixtures, window sills, baseboards and other surfaces.
  • Emptied trash cans in all rooms of the house.
  • Performed deep-cleaning projects such as tile grout scrubbing or waxing floors.
  • Assisted with laundry duties upon request from clientele.
  • Swept porches, decks or patios.
  • Swept, vacuumed and mopped hardwood floors.
  • Vacuumed carpets and upholstered furniture.
  • Polished mirrors and chrome fixtures.
  • Washed walls and ceilings as needed.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by using appropriate cleaning supplies.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Ashland Community And Technical College
Ashland, KY
05-2020

High School Diploma -

Chesapeake High School
Chesapeake, OH
05-2008

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety compliance
  • Healthcare communication
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Staff mentoring
  • Discharge planning
  • Clinical judgment
  • IV setup
  • Feeding pumps
  • Direct patient care
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Patient assessment
  • Treatment coordination
  • Electronic charting
  • Care plan development
  • Patient advocacy

Certification

  • NIH certification
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • RN

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

RN, Medical-Surgical

KDMC
09.2020 - Current

Patient Care Technician

KDMC
07.2020 - 09.2020

Residential House Cleaner

Tammy Smith
01.2012 - 01.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse

Ashland Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Chesapeake High School

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