Cheyenne Smith
Kennewick
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented registered nurse with 4 years of experience in the Intensive Care Unit and Medical Surgical Unit. Adept at managing high-acuity patients while fostering effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Committed to supporting and educating patients and their families throughout the hospital journey, ensuring clarity and comfort during challenging times. Proficient in developing and updating comprehensive patient care plans tailored to individual needs, enhancing the overall quality of care delivered in a fast-paced environment. A dedicated advocate for patient welfare, consistently striving for excellence in clinical practice.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prosser Memorial Hospital
Prosser, WA
10.2024 - Current
- Administered patient care, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and communicating findings to healthcare providers promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, enhancing understanding of treatment options.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Per Diem ICU Nurse
Trios Health
Kennewick, WA
01.2025 - Current
- Administered critical care treatments and monitored patient responses in high-acuity environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding of complex medical procedures.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and adherence to best practices.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced patient safety and care standards within the ICU unit.
ICU Nurse
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
Richland, WA
09.2022 - 10.2024
- Monitored and addressed the needs of critically ill patients, fostering a supportive environment for healing and comfort.
- Analyzed and tracked vital signs, modifying life-sustaining medication dosages as necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to design and refine comprehensive care plans for patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University
06-2022
Associate of Arts - undefined
Walla Walla Community College
08-2019
Skills
- Effective medication management
- Cross-disciplinary communication
- Healthcare advocacy
- Procedural Assistance
- HIPAA regulations adherence
- EPIC Systems proficiency
- Interpersonal skills
- Flexible problem-solving
- Effective decision making
- Infusion pump management
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
Accomplishments
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Life Support
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- NIH Stroke Certification
Timeline
Per Diem ICU Nurse
Trios Health
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Prosser Memorial Hospital
10.2024 - Current
ICU Nurse
Kadlec Regional Medical Center
09.2022 - 10.2024
Associate of Arts - undefined
Walla Walla Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Walla Walla University