Dominique Smith
Amarillo
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse
BSA Emergency Department
Amarillo, TX
09.2021 - Current
- Start IV’s, draw blood, obtain urine, and swab for lab results. Able to work in stressful situations. Perform RN delegated tasks in a timely manner. Manage multiple patients at one time, while maintaining patient satisfaction. Getting to patients in a timely manner. Able to follow instructions and work efficiently with others in a team environment.
- Obtained RN in May of 2024. Started working in the IMCU/Cardiac unit.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Supported family members during challenging times, offering emotional support, resources, and clear explanations of complex medical conditions to alleviate anxieties surrounding the critical care experience.
- Upheld regulatory compliance standards through diligent record-keeping practices, ensuring accurate documentation of medication administration, vital signs tracking, intervention implementation, and patient progress notes.
- Developed cultural competence through collaboration with diverse patient populations, ensuring that language barriers or cultural differences did not impede the delivery of high-quality care.
- Mentored new nurses, offering guidance on best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment within the critical care setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
LVN
Coon Memorial Hospital
Dalhart, TX
07.2020 - Current
- Performance of RN delegated tasks, start IV’s, administer medications. Direct patient care for any and all needs. Continuation of maintenance of the expected patient satisfaction.
- Obtained my RN in May of 2024. Continued to work with the new obligations and responsibilities with my obtained license.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety protocols and streamlining workflows for increased efficiency.
- Conducted thorough assessments, documenting changes in patient conditions to inform timely interventions and adjustments in care plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Nurse Manager
Premier IV
Amarillo, TX
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Manage all nurses schedules, ordering supplies, and provide open honest communication. Continuously maintaining client satisfaction. Provide leadership, defuse and resolve conflicts and help come up with a resolution to any issues if or when they occur.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with care standards and protocols.
- Trained new nurses in IV administration techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary communication to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, optimizing procurement processes for efficiency.
- Led crisis management efforts, ensuring rapid response to patient emergencies.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Built strong relationships with patients'' families, providing support and education regarding treatment options and health management strategies.
Nurse
Premier IV
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Give clients IV hydration with vitamins and minerals. Start IVs, monitor vitals and clients' reactions. Organizing client schedules and managing time to efficiently get clients in and out in a timely manner. Maintaining client satisfaction.
- Administered intravenous medications and therapies according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Monitored patient vitals and responses during infusion therapy, ensuring immediate intervention when necessary.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Minimized discomfort during needle insertion by utilizing proper techniques and offering distraction methods as needed.
- Created warm and inviting atmosphere through use of soft music to help patients feel less stressed while undergoing treatment.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Supported optimal vascular access device function by assessing patency regularly and troubleshooting issues promptly when identified.
- Remained current on advances in nursing care by participating in educational programs and oriented and educated new staff in nursing techniques and departmental procedures.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Hospital Nurse Tech
Coon Memorial Hospital
Dalhart, TX
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Performance of Registered Nurse delegated tasks in direct patient care, as well as continuing with previously stated Nurse Aide duties and maintenance of expected patient satisfaction.
Hospital Nurse Aide
Coon Memorial Hospital
Dalhart, TX
06.2018 - 02.2020
- Monitored and assisted alongside with licensed nursing personnel to provide quality patient care. Maintained and sought out continual advancement in the healthcare profession.
Sales Associate
Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop
Amarillo, TX
08.2017 - 01.2019
- Assisted with customer service and purchase interactions of sold merchandise. While there, I kept sale items stocked and presentable, cleaned, and managed to individually open and close the store.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering loyalty.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability for merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve store sales goals through effective communication and teamwork.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly, maintaining a positive shopping environment.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dalhart High School
Dalhart, TX05-2017
Graduate Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Frank Phillips Community College
Dalhart/Borger, TX05-2020
Transition LVN-RN - Registered Nurse
Amarillo College
Amarillo, Texas05-2024
Bachelor of Science - BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TXSkills
- Works well with others, quick self-motivated learner, broad experience in direct patient care, performs effectively under conditions of fluctuating workload, adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
- Naturally collective and calm, priding myself in maintaining professionalism and leadership in stressful occurrences
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Emergency care
- Critical care nursing
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- NRP
- TNCC
- PALS
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Premier IV
03.2022 - 12.2022
Nurse
BSA Emergency Department
09.2021 - Current
LVN
Coon Memorial Hospital
07.2020 - Current
Hospital Nurse Tech
Coon Memorial Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2020
Nurse
Premier IV
01.2020 - 12.2022
Hospital Nurse Aide
Coon Memorial Hospital
06.2018 - 02.2020
Sales Associate
Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop
08.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Dalhart High School
Graduate Licensed Vocational Nurse -
Frank Phillips Community College
Transition LVN-RN - Registered Nurse
Amarillo College
Bachelor of Science - BSN
The University of Texas At Arlington