Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Affiliations
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Christine Smith

Fredericksburg,VA

Summary

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with 30 years of diverse experience in Medical/Surgical, Oncology, and Hospice settings. Board Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in a 130-bed facility, delivering clinical education and training that meets regulatory standards. Expertise in cancer treatment modalities and clinical judgment enhances patient care and nursing education. Focused on developing training initiatives that improve nursing practices and patient outcomes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Specialist/Staff Development Educator

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
Woodbridge, VA
10.2017 - Current

Organized and evaluated new graduate RNs in six-week Medical Surgical Fellowship Program according to national guidelines.

Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance exposure of new graduate nurses to nursing practice.

Tracked progress of new graduate registered nurses, placing them with qualified preceptors for ongoing training during 400-hour orientation.

  • Suggested treatments, including physical therapy and inhalers, to alleviate chronic health conditions.
  • Educated nursing department on oncology care to improve understanding of cancer modalities and related conditions.
  • Analyzed patient data and outcomes, compiling reports for supervisor review.
  • Consulted healthcare clients on nursing procedures and policies, implementing improvements based on feedback.
  • Researched and implemented quality improvements to enhance thoroughness of patient screenings.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
01.2021 - 12.2024
  • Conducted hands-on demonstrations to enhance student learning and engagement.
  • Managed clinical logs, medication administration, dressing changes, and meal preparation efficiently.
  • Implemented individualized instruction techniques for patient observation, assessment, and health education.
  • Delegated patient assignments according to individual learning needs and assessment outcomes.
  • Ensured patient safety standards by supervising students during medication administration and daily activities.
  • Facilitated decision-making skills through targeted educational strategies in healthcare settings.
  • Monitored student performance during ambulation and other essential activities of daily living.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment focused on practical healthcare skills.

Staff Development Educator

Sentara Healthcare
Woodbridge, VA
12.2015 - 08.2017




Collaborated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for optimal patient outcomes.

Organized training programs for over 50 registered nurses to enhance quality of patient care.

Led onboarding processes for new nursing staff, ensuring strict HIPAA compliance.

Conducted educational sessions to meet nursing competencies mandated by practice boards.

Provided health education training to inpatients, promoting informed healthcare decisions.

Delivered hands-on instruction on procedures for experienced and new graduate nurses.

Supported patients using customized teaching tools to improve understanding of care.

Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Sentara Healthcare
Woodbridge, VA
08.2002 - 01.2015

Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses. Assisted patients with multiple chronic diagnoses, including COPD and asthma, and provided education about their treatments. Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools and pathways. Delegated staff nurse duties. Participated in unit based Quality Assurance Program.Ensured efficacy of treatments through monitoring of treatment regimens.Provided treatment within scope of practice as defined by state law. Prepared for HIPAA and JCAHO reviews, ensuring required brochures and pamphlets were available to patients in all clinics.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA
12-2023

Post Masters Graduate Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner

Purdue Global University
West Lafayette, IN
05.2022

Post Master's Graduate Certificate - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Purdue Global University Online
West Lafayette, Indiana
03-2020

Master of Science - Nursing- Clinical Nurse Specialist

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
03.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Northern Virginia Community College
2002

Skills

  • Work ethic and clinical judgment
  • Critical thinking
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • Policy implementation
  • Professional development
  • Problem resolution
  • Cancer treatment expertise
  • Change management
  • Training and development
  • ACLS certification
  • Disease management proficiency
  • AED certification
  • CPR/BLS certified
  • Procedural development
  • Succession planning

Accomplishments

  • As a Oncology Certified Nurse/ Clinical Nurses Specialist, assisted Oncology staff in achieving 100% compliance of all eligible staff with chemotherapy/biotherapy administration certification.
  • As a clinical educator, ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation, chart audits and follow up.
  • Identifies, Participates and leads PI projects
  • Educates patients in medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
  • Demonstrates clinical excellence through practical application of evidence based practice.
  • Currently developing/ assisting in development of policies for practice in accordance with standard guidelines.
  • Sits on six professional practice committees whose main goal and focus is to maintain or improve hospital wide nursing practice and compliance.
  • Maintains compliance with regulatory standards by reviewing unit practices and changing or adapting practice as necessary.

Certification

  • Commonwealth Of Virginia Registered Nurse
  • Commonwealth Of Virginia Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • ANCC Board certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)
  • AANC Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC)
  • AANP Certified Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner(AGPCNP-C)
  • ANCC Board Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACNS-BC)
  • ONS Oncology Certified Nurse (OCN)
  • AHA Certified CPR Instructor
  • AHA Healthcare Provider CPR Provider (BLS)
  • AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider (ACLS)
  • Oncology Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy Administration Certificate (8th Certificate)
  • National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certification (6th certificate)
  • Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) Certified (8th Certification)

Affiliations

Clinical Nurse Specialist Association

American Nurses Association

Association of Nurse Practitioners

Oncology Nursing Society

Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society

Alpha Beta Kappa Honor Society

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

George Mason University
01.2021 - 12.2024

Clinical Nurse Specialist/Staff Development Educator

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center
10.2017 - Current

Staff Development Educator

Sentara Healthcare
12.2015 - 08.2017

Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse

Sentara Healthcare
08.2002 - 01.2015

Post Masters Graduate Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner

Purdue Global University

Post Master's Graduate Certificate - Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Purdue Global University Online

Master of Science - Nursing- Clinical Nurse Specialist

George Mason University

Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nursing

Northern Virginia Community College

Post Graduate Certificate - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

University of Virginia