Che Smith
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
A Licensed Registered Nurse dedicated to the highest standard of excellence and best nursing practices. Superior customer service skills meeting the needs of diverse patient populations. A strong team-player who is successful in working as part of team to coordinate patient centered care while treating a wide range of medical conditions.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive diabetes care plans.
- Enhanced patient understanding of disease management by providing tailored education on medication, nutrition, and lifestyle changes.
- Increased patient compliance with prescribed treatments by addressing individual barriers to adherence.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and self-care skills, leading to targeted interventions for improved glycemic control.
- Taught health education classes for community workers and members of public
- Served as a liaison between patients and providers, ensuring timely communication of vital information for optimal treatment decision making.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of educational interventions through ongoing monitoring of patient progress, adjusting approaches when necessary for maximum impact.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall standard of diabetes management within the healthcare setting.
- Established and maintained partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs.
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University Of Pennsylvania Health System
Philadelphia , PA
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Perform telephone triage by assessing and evaluating patients needs while determining the severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Use first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enact prescribed treatment strategies.
- Convey treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care
- Evaluate patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Offer exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Unit
Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Provided exceptional care to high-acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Established respiratory care plans for patients suffering from acute/ chronic respiratory failure,ventilator dependence, cystic fibrosis, asthma, COPD, and additional respiratory conditions.
- Delivered treatment and manage quality care for patients experiencing acute and chronic respiratory illnesses
- Assessed and evaluated patients response to treatments and revise care according to patients needs.
- Demonstrated clinical decision making and critical thinking while providing care for medically unstable patients.
- Accountable for ensuring exceptional patient experiences and quality outcomes
Registered Nurse
Abington Hospital
Abington, PA
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and manage care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, COPD, end-stage renal disease ,coronary artery disease etc
- Oversaw delivery of care for all patients on 36-bed medical-surgical unit, providing direct care to up to 6 patients, while delegating nursing assignments
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, and monitor responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LaSalle University
Philadelphia, PA01.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Pennsylvania State University
Abington, PA01.2006
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Chronic disease management
- Performing EKGs
- Medication administration
- Catheter insertion/removal
- Lab result interpretation
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient and family advocacy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring training and interpretation
- Insulin pump training (Omnipod)
- Group Education Facilitation
- Foot Care Education
- Type 1 diabetes knowledge
- Insulin Pump Therapy
- Insulin administration
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Type 2 diabetes knowledge
- Diabetes technology proficiency
- Gestational diabetes understanding
- Hospice and palliative care
- Charting &clinical documentation
- Precepting
- Tracheotomy care
- Patient assessments
- Confidentiality
- Tube feed administration
- Venipuncture blood draws
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Decision Making
- Treatment Recommendations
Certification
- Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
- Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)
- Certified Omnipod Trainer
- CPR certified
- BLS certified
Timeline
Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Temple University Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Ambulatory Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine: University Of Pennsylvania Health System
10.2021 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse, Pulmonary Unit
Temple University Hospital
03.2020 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Abington Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
LaSalle University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Pennsylvania State University