Cara Smith

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Cared for pediatric patients before and after orthopedic surgeries.

Provided nursing care to newborn infants after birth while also providing support and education to new mothers in the immediate postpartum period.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.

Performed targeted case management by providing education, support and advocating for first time mothers and their children.

• Conducted in home and telehealth visits to promote health and wellness during pregnancy and for the first two years of the child's life.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized care and to improve each client's health outcomes.
• Used evidence-based practice to help clients become self sufficient and meet their goals.
• Assessed child progress using standardized tools, identifying areas of concern and adjusting interventions accordingly.
• Maintained a caseload of up to 25-30 families while adhering to strict visitation schedules set forth by funders or regulatory agencies.
• Advocated for family needs within the community, fostering a support network of resources and services tailored to individual circumstances.
• Empowered parents as their child''s first teacher through coaching on age-appropriate activities that foster cognitive growth.
• Improved child development outcomes by implementing research-based early intervention strategies.

Provided care to inmates on a mental health unit within a correctional facility.

• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
• Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
• Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly adjusting to changing unit assignments, consistently maintaining high-quality care.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Provided nursing care to newborn infants after birth while also providing support and education to new mothers in the immediate postpartum period.

• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
• Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
• Trained new employees on company policies and procedures, contributing to a cohesive team atmosphere and improved overall performance.
• Collaborated with colleagues on various projects, sharing knowledge and expertise while working together towards common objectives.

• Promoted a positive work environment by fostering effective communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.