DaShawna Smith, MSN, AGACNP
Clayton,NC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, with a strong foundation in patient care, clinical assessments, and evidence-based practices. I gained hands-on experience in diagnosis, documentation, treating, and managing a wide range of diagnoses. Adept at building rapport with patients, providing personalized care, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Demonstrated strong clinical skills, exceptional communication abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Eager to contribute to high-quality patient care in an acute care setting as a future new graduate nurse practitioner.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse II, PREOP/PACU Nurse
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
02.2023 - Current
- Perform preoperative assessments and prepare patients for surgery, ensuring proper patient education, and addressing any concerns.
- Monitor and assess post-anesthesia patients' vital signs, level of consciousness, pain, and other critical parameters.
- Manage airway management, including oxygenation and ventilation, as needed.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of patient care.
Internal Travel Nurse/ Float Pool Nurse
UNC Medical Center
Chapel Hill, NC
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care across settings.
- Managed multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality standards.
Clinical Nurse I, Pulmonary Stepdown
Duke University Hospital
Durham, NC
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Education
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitoner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC12-2015
Skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- EMR proficiency (Epic)
- Effective communication
- Effective leadership skills
- Sound ability to critical think
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Clinical Practicum, 640 Hours
- LeBauer Pulmonary Critical Care: Moses Cone Memorial Hospital, Greensboro, NC
- Cardiology: UNC Rex Heart & Vascular Center, Raleigh, NC
- Internal Medicine: Duke Raleigh Hospital, Raleigh, NC
- Trauma Acute Care Surgery: Duke University Hospital, Durham, NC
Certification
- License: Registered Nurse (NC) #33194
- AGACNP-BC: Pending Certification Exam
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Expiration 2/2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Expiration 2/2026
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS)- Expiration 2/2026
Timeline
Clinical Nurse II, PREOP/PACU Nurse
Duke University Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Internal Travel Nurse/ Float Pool Nurse
UNC Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2023
Clinical Nurse I, Pulmonary Stepdown
Duke University Hospital
02.2021 - 02.2023
Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitoner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Carolina Central University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Winston-Salem State University
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