Cheri Smith
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive experience at Baptist Health Medical Center, excelling in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in developing effective care plans and administering medications. Adept at mentoring new staff and enhancing patient comfort through skilled wound care and compassionate support. Committed to advancing nursing practices and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Customer Service
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
07.2017 - Current
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
ARN III
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
08.2011 - 12.2015
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
PCT
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock, AR
01.2011 - 08.2011
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, AR12-2015
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Little Rock, AR05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
UALR
Little Rock, AR06-1995
Skills
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Wound care
- Scheduling
- Orienting
Affiliations
- Running
- Sketching/Painting
- Operating a cattle ranch
Accomplishments
- Graduated Cum Laude when I earned my Bachelors of Science
Certification
- RN Licensing
- CPR
Timeline
RN Customer Service
Baptist Health Medical Center
07.2017 - Current
ARN III
Baptist Health Medical Center
08.2011 - 12.2015
PCT
Baptist Health Medical Center
01.2011 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Arkansas Tech University
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Baptist Health School of Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
UALR
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