Brittney Smith, FNP-C
Fairport,NY
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Case Manager offering 6 years of experience working with pediatric patients and families to facilitate smooth transitions following discharge from medical facilities. Committed to working collaboratively with health plan, leadership and department coordinators to achieve highest quality of patient satisfaction. Well-versed in developing individualized care plans and advocating patient welfare.
Patient-oriented nurse with 6 years of diverse experience in direct patient care with pediatric specialty background. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Case Manager Senior Level II
University Of Rochester Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Initiated and created prior authorizations under the physician's orders.
- Observed, monitored and reported changes in patient condition to supervising RN or physician in accordance with policies and procedures of medical facility.
Nurse Case Manager Level II
University Of Rochester Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Analyzed patient responses to medications, therapies and variances in plans of care.
- Implemented aspects of patient care under physician orders and sought clarification when needed to promote safety, quality and cost-efficient care.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Initiated and created prior authorizations under the physician's orders.
- Observed, monitored and reported changes in patient condition to supervising RN or physician in accordance with policies and procedures of medical facility.
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
University Of Rochester Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
University Of Rochester Medical Center
07.2017 - 09.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
St. John Fisher University
Rochester, NY08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, NY05.2017
Associate of Science -
Monroe Community College
Rochester05.2015
High School Diploma -
Penn Yan Academy
Penn Yan, NY06.2013
Skills
- Case Management
- Referral Generation
- Medication Monitoring
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Care Delivery
- Care Planning
- Care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
Additional Information
Trainings:
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- TeamSTEPPS Training
- Opioid Overdose Prevention Training
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board - 11/17/2023
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ABLS - Advanced Burn Life Support
Timeline
Nurse Case Manager Senior Level II
University Of Rochester Medical Center
09.2023 - Current
Nurse Case Manager Level II
University Of Rochester Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Ambulatory Care
University Of Rochester Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
University Of Rochester Medical Center
07.2017 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
St. John Fisher University
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
St. John Fisher College
Associate of Science -
Monroe Community College
High School Diploma -
Penn Yan Academy
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