Cristal Smith
Houston,TX
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
Houston, TX
11.2023 - Current
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Emory L. Bennett Veterans Affairs Nursing Home
Daytona Beach, FL
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to nursing practice.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Private Duty Home Health
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse
Halifax Health Medical Center
Daytona Beach, FL
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
Student Nurse Intern
Halifax Health Medical
Daytona Beach, FL
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Built rapport with patients' family members and support system
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
Patient Safety Sitter
AdventHealth Deland
Deland, FL
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient
- Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Daytona Beach, FL12.2020
Associate of Arts - Biology
Daytona State College
Daytona Beach, FL12.2015
High School Diploma -
Deland High School
DeLand, FL05.2013
Skills
- Patient Management
- Medication and IV administration
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Cardiac Life support (BLS)
- NIH Stroke Certification
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy certification
Certification
- NIH Stroke Certification, 01/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 02/2025
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, 02/2025
- ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certification, 01/2026
Accomplishments
- Computer skills
- Pyxis Med Station
- Patient Care - Ensured quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment and referral for a broad range of patients. Treated patients suffering from trauma, acute chest pain, respiratory failure and drug overdoses.
- Surgical Preparation - Prepared patients for surgery by performing screening tests, evaluating vitals and administering proper medication.
- Family Support - Educated families about procedures, treatment regimens, prevention and care.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Emory L. Bennett Veterans Affairs Nursing Home
05.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Aveanna Private Duty Home Health
03.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Advent Health Daytona Beach
03.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Halifax Health Medical Center
03.2021 - 03.2022
Student Nurse Intern
Halifax Health Medical
12.2020 - 03.2021
Patient Safety Sitter
AdventHealth Deland
06.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Associate of Arts - Biology
Daytona State College
High School Diploma -
Deland High School
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