Abigale Smith
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle patient crises and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seeking a role where I can apply my clinical knowledge to evaluate medical necessity, review treatment plans, and facilitate appropriate utilization of healthcare services while promoting patient advocacy and cost-effective care delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Northpoint Nebraska
11.2021 - Current
- Admitted new clients by completing thorough initial assessment and documented findings in EHR (KIPU)
- Completed withdrawal assessments (CIWA, CWS) and administered medications as ordered by providers
- Provided education to clients regarding sleep hygiene, stress management, nutrition, and medication
- Cross trained to provide nursing coverage to other facilities/programs within organization
- Skilled in crisis intervention and managing acute withdrawal symptoms
- Completed charge nurse tasks and audited charting
- Assisted in organization and stocking of medical supplies and equipment
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, recovery techs, social workers, and addiction counselors
Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Triaged patient concerns and questions, reported urgent concerns to appropriate clinician
- Administered long-acting antipsychotic injections and Vivitrol
- Addressed medication refills in timely manner
- Proficient in maintaining electronic health records and ensuring confidentiality
- Collaborated with other departments such as laboratory services, sleep medicine, and pharmacy to ensure patient needs are being addressed in outpatient setting.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Lasting Hope Recovery Center
07.2017 - 11.2021
- Planned individualized patient care through interdisciplinary team approach and through ongoing patient assessments and re-evaluation of patient needs
- Utilized nursing judgement in delegating and coordinating plan of care
- Administered medications as prescribed
- Ensured patient safety and comfort, as well as milieu management
- Acted as charge nurse for unit, and precepted new hires
- Created assessment tools and charting guides for new staff
- Remained calm in crisis and emergency situations and effectively managed rapidly changing situations
Med/Surg Care Technician
Nebraska Medical Center 6 Lied
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Ensured all cares within scope of practice were completed for each patient, prioritizing and delegating as needed
- Obtained vitals and blood sugars for patients as ordered, reporting results to RN and charting them
- Completed patient ADLs as ordered or as necessary
- Responded to call lights in timely manner
- Set up rooms for transfers and admits and broke them down following discharges
- Transported patients throughout hospital for imaging or procedures
- Safely transferred patients using appropriate lifting techniques or mobility assistance devices as needed
- Documented patient interactions thoroughly in electronic medical records system, maintaining accurate records for future reference
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Traditional BSN Program -
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE05.2017
Nursing Prerequisites -
Metropolitan Community College
Omaha, NE05.2015
Nursing Prerequisites -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
Omaha, NE05.2014
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Documentation and charting
- Time Management
- Communication and collaboration
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Calm under pressure
Honors And Organizations
- American Psychiatric Nurses Association Member (2018-Present)
- Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing Member (2016-Present)
- Irma Kyle Kramer Award for Academic Excellence (2017)
- UNMC Highest Distinction Honor Graduate (2017)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Northpoint Nebraska
11.2021 - Current
Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic Nurse
Nebraska Medical Center
05.2021 - 11.2021
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Lasting Hope Recovery Center
07.2017 - 11.2021
Med/Surg Care Technician
Nebraska Medical Center 6 Lied
06.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Traditional BSN Program -
University of Nebraska Medical Center
Nursing Prerequisites -
Metropolitan Community College
Nursing Prerequisites -
University of Nebraska At Omaha
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