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Diane Smith MAS,BSN, RN,CCRN

Rahway,NJ

Summary

Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, excelling in critical thinking and compassionate care. Proven track record in enhancing emergency response capabilities and optimizing patient flow. Skilled in staff development and compliance, fostering teamwork to elevate service quality and patient satisfaction.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Logistics Coordinator

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
02.2018 - Current
  • Manage placement of patients from ER, OR, between units, direct admissions and outside transfers.
  • Work closely with all disciplines to review discharges and barriers to flow of patients.

Rapid Response Coordinator

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
01.2006 - 02.2018
  • Established first RRT program at CBMC to enhance emergency response capabilities.
  • Counseled individuals, groups, and families to navigate crises and formulate actionable plans.
  • Educated nurses and residents on teamwork to elevate patient service quality.

Nurse Manager ICU/NSICU

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
10.1996 - 01.2006
  • Collaborated with diverse disciplines to achieve optimal patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Enhanced staff development and training for over 50 personnel.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Staff Nurse

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
03.1995 - 10.1996
  • Educated patients and families in Critical Care to enhance understanding of treatment plans.
  • Contributed to hospital committees focusing on recommending quality improvement initiatives.
  • Delivered compassionate care while managing complex patient needs in Critical Care environment.

Staff Nurse

St. Francis Heart Hospital
12.1993 - 03.1995
  • Provided post-operative care for critical care patients after heart and lung surgeries.
    Served as clinical leader, overseeing team operations and patient management.

Staff Nurse

NY Cornell Medical Center
09.1988 - 12.1993
  • Operated in Med/Surg framework

Education

Master of Science - Administration

Farleigh Dickenson University
Madison, NJ
06.2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ
06-1988

Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Organizational skills
  • Delegation abilities
  • Compassionate care
  • Punctuality and attendance

Timeline

Logistics Coordinator

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
02.2018 - Current

Rapid Response Coordinator

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
01.2006 - 02.2018

Nurse Manager ICU/NSICU

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
10.1996 - 01.2006

Staff Nurse

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
03.1995 - 10.1996

Staff Nurse

St. Francis Heart Hospital
12.1993 - 03.1995

Staff Nurse

NY Cornell Medical Center
09.1988 - 12.1993

Master of Science - Administration

Farleigh Dickenson University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

William Paterson University of New Jersey

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