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Dana Smith, MSN, RN

Mount Prospect,IL

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with several years of direct patient care, care coordination, and continuity of care in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently, developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Acute Rehabilitation Unit

North West Community Hospital
08.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, insurance carriers, and medical professionals to manage complex cases effectively.

Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care

Norwood Crossing (Multi-level Care Facility)
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Establish trusting relations with residents and family
  • Administer medication and treatment as prescribed
  • Collaboratively with a cross-functional team of CNA's, therapy and physicians
  • Create and implement care plan of residents
  • Monitor and evaluating change of condition
  • Admission/discharge evaluation and patient education teaching.

Education

Masters of Science in Nursing -

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL
12.2021

Bachelor of Science (B.S) -

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
12.2017

Associate in Science (A.S) -

Harry S Truman college
Chicago, IL
05.2015

Skills

  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Critical Care Management
  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • Chart Updating
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Coordinating care
  • Case Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • EPIC -EMR

Certification

Nurse License Compact (NLC)-Pending

License Register Nurse(RN)- Illinois

Basic Life Support- (AHA)

IHI Quality & Safety Certified

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Acute Rehabilitation Unit

North West Community Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Long-Term Acute Care

Norwood Crossing (Multi-level Care Facility)
03.2023 - 08.2023

Masters of Science in Nursing -

University of Illinois At Chicago

Bachelor of Science (B.S) -

Chicago State University

Associate in Science (A.S) -

Harry S Truman college

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