Britney Smith
5817 Heatherglen Terrace Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- Deliver high paced patient-centered care in a 566-bed, level I trauma center, with a 1-to-4 ratio
- Administer medications, monitored symptoms, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver the most effective treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Peach Tree Place
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Monitored and provided care to patients with diagnoses including vascular dementia, alcohol-induced dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease while ensuring each patient’s safety and security.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Hilltop Park
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Worked as a part of a rehabilitation team to determine goals for patient care and to evaluate/monitor progress
- Assisted patients to re-establish as much of an independent lifestyle as possible after debilitating incidents.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Corrections Officer
North Texas Intermediate
02.2010 - 11.2012
- Triaged inmates and assisted doctors and nurses on the medical unit of the facility
- Aided in rehabilitation and counseling of offenders
- Care and control of 550 inmates ensuring that they met the security and safety standards.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Increased staff preparedness by developing comprehensive training materials covering emergency procedures, self-defense tactics, and interpersonal communication strategies.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M Health Science Center
College Station, TX05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weatherford College
Weatherford, TX08.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX11.2018
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Community advocate
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Lab result interpretation
- Patient Assessments
- Acute care expertise
- Student Precepting
- Pathophysiology Knowledge
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support
Scholarships Awards
- 2021, Summa Cum Laude, Weatherford College
- 2018, Induction, Phi Theta Kappa
- 2018, Dean’s List (2017 & 2018), Tarrant County College
Professional Associations
- North Texas Nurse Practitioners, Member, 2023-present
- Texas Nurse Practitioners (TNP), Member, 2023-present
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), Member, 2023-present
- American Nurses Association (ANA), Member, 2019-present
- Texas Nurses Association (TNA), Member, 2019-present
License Certifications
- RN, Texas Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas, 2024
- BLS, America Heart Association (AHA), 2024
- ACLS, Advanced Medical Certification (AMC), 2024
- PALS, Advanced Medical Certification (AMC), 2024
Community Service
Alliance for Children
Tarrant County Area Food Bank
Fort Worth Police Department Mounted Patrol
Timeline
Registered Nurse
John Peter Smith Hospital
09.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hilltop Park
12.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Peach Tree Place
11.2019 - 12.2021
Corrections Officer
North Texas Intermediate
02.2010 - 11.2012
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas A&M Health Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Weatherford College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tarrant County College District
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