Alma Erica Smith
Pomona,CA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient with working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Manager Emergency and Vascular Department
PIH Health Whittier Hospital
Whittier, California
09.2023 - Current
- Intervened on behalf of patients when necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices.
- Investigated incidents or complaints related to clinical practice.
- Attended conferences and workshops to stay abreast of changes in the field.
- Interviewed applicants and made recommendations for new hires.
- Encouraged high morale and staff retention through effective communication, prompt problem resolution, proactive supervisory practices and facilitation of proactive work environment.
Day Shift Charge Nurse Emergency Department
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
Whittier , CA
01.2017 - 09.2023
- Maintained open and clear communication with staff physicians and nurses to coordinate effective patient care.
- Serve as a mentor and resource to my colleagues and new grad nurses. Provide support and guidance to all staff.
- Identify issue or emergencies and respond in a calm efficient manner.
- Ensure compliance with policies and standardized orders to provide safe, compassionate and efficient care to our patients.
- Work in conjunction with multidisciplinary teams to provide best care to our patients and families.
- MICN provide medical direction to paramedics on treatment for patients in the field, utilizing Los Angeles County treatment protocols.
- Attend ED leadership meetings.
Relief House Supervisor
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
Whittier, CA
04.2018 - 11.2023
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly.
- Completed daily rounds of nursing department to verify correct number of staff needed to provide high quality of care to patients.
- Respond to codes throughout the hospital, ensure patients receive high quality care and staff has the resources that are needed to care for patients.
- Investigated and reported accidents with or without injuries of patients and staff.
Registered Nurse
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
Whittier, CA
01.2003 - 09.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
LVN
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
Whittier, CA
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising nurses and physicians.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing
American Sentinel University
Aurora, CO09.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA06.2002
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education
La Puente, CA05.1998
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Clear Communication
- Unit Oversight
- Patient Care Oversight
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient Triage
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Patient Management
- Attention to Detail
License/Certifications
- Registered Nurse
- BLS, ACLS, PALS
- MICN
- NIHSS
- ACLS Instructor
Committees
- ENA Member
- Partnership Council Member - Emergency Department
- Decon Team Member
- Exemplary Professional Practice Committee Member
Timeline
Clinical Manager Emergency and Vascular Department
PIH Health Whittier Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Relief House Supervisor
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
04.2018 - 11.2023
Day Shift Charge Nurse Emergency Department
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
01.2017 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
01.2003 - 09.2023
LVN
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier
01.2000 - 01.2003
Bachelor of Science Nursing
American Sentinel University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mt San Antonio College
License Vocational Nurse - Nursing
Hacienda La Puente Adult Education