Bridget Smith
Jasper,AL
Summary
Doctoral-prepared ACNPC-AG with 21 years of nursing experience, the last five as an APP specializing in Infectious Disease. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle complex patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, families, team members, and physicians through highly empathetic communication, a respectful attitude, and the consistent use of evidence-based nursing practices.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
CRNP
Southview Medical Group PC
08.2021 - Current
- CRNP working in collaboration with Infectious Disease Specialist
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Team member
RN, Critical Care
Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
6 2010 - 08.2021
- Surgical/Neurological ICU, Medical ICU, and Med/Surg stepdown experience
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized critical and post-surgical patients, and determined the next course of action.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological, and cognitive needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to all care team members, verifying interventions met treatment goals
LPN Charge Nurse
Ridgeview Health Services
12.2005 - 06.201
- Oversaw daily rounds to assess patient conditions and distribute medications to over twenty patients.
- Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health, and organizational regulations.
- Coordinated nursing care on the unit through staff assignments, monitoring patient care, and communicating with ancillary departments and staff.
- Direct supervisor of six CNAs and two other LPNs on the unit.
Education
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL08-2022
Master of Science - Adult -Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, AL12-2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Jasper, AL05-2010
Skills
- EMR proficient with Cerner
- Good Work ethic
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Working collaboratively
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Patient-centered care
Certification
- ACNPC-AG with AACN 6/01/2021
- Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
Timeline
CRNP
Southview Medical Group PC
08.2021 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Ridgeview Health Services
12.2005 - 06.201
RN, Critical Care
Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham
6 2010 - 08.2021
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Nursing Practice
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science - Adult -Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Jacksonville State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Jacksonville State University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bevill State Community College