Donnia Smith
Bloomfield,NJ
Summary
BSN-prepared Registered Nurse with over 10 years of combined nursing experience in the Emergency department and PACU. Experienced Charge Nurse and preceptor skilled in caring for high-acuity patients, leading teams, mentoring staff, and promoting patient safety and quality outcomes. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, leadership, and collaboration in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff PACU RN
St. Mary's General Hospital
01.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with anesthesia providers and perioperative teams to coordinate effective patient care
- Provided Phase I and II post-anesthesia recovery care, facilitating smooth transition from surgery to recovery
- Supported staffing needs in PACU and emergency department
- Administered medications and managed pain relief protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with surgeons and anesthesiologists for optimal patient outcomes.
ED Staff Registered Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
Passaic, New Jersey
10.2021 - Current
- Function as charge nurse, maintaining patient throughput and unit daily operations.
- Provide emergency nursing care in a high-acuity Emergency Department setting
- Respond to Code Stroke, STEMI, trauma, rapid response, and cardiac arrest situations
- Perform triage assessments and prioritize emergent interventions
- Administered IV medications, blood products, and titratable drips to stabilize patient conditions during critical situations.
- Precept and orient new nurses while supporting patient safety initiatives
- Coordinated communication between physicians and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Evaluated patient outcomes to assess compliance with established standards of care and identify areas for improvement.
Travel Emergency Department RN
JFK Medical Center
Edison, NJ
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Provided emergency nursing care in a comprehensive stroke and trauma center
- Responded to stroke alerts, STEMI activations, trauma cases, and cardiac arrests
- Administered IV medications, blood products, and titratable drips to stabilize patients in acute care settings
- Assisted with intubation, conscious sedation, and emergency procedures to ensure timely interventions for critically ill patients
- Educated patients and families on discharge planning and follow-up care to promote recovery and continuity of care
Travel Emergency Department RN
Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, NJ
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered emergency nursing care in a Level I trauma center
- Managed high patient volumes and prioritized critical interventions
- Assisted with ACLS interventions, trauma resuscitations, and emergency procedures
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Utilized Epic EMR for accurate, real-time documentation
RN Case Manager
Centene Corporation
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Conducted telephonic and virtual patient assessments for high-risk populations
- Developed individualized care plans and coordinated interdisciplinary services
- Ensured compliance with CMS and NCQA guidelines
Emergency Department RN
Mountainside Hospital
Montclair, NJ
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivered emergency care including trauma stabilization and cardiac monitoring
- Administered IV therapy, transfusions, and continuous infusions
- Conducted reassessments and updated individualized care plans
- Provided discharge teaching and medication education
- Maintained compliance with hospital safety and infection control standards
Staff Emergency Department RN
JFK Medical Center
Edison, NJ
05.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered emergency nursing care in a fast-paced acute care Emergency Department
- Performed rapid triage assessments and prioritized emergent patient conditions
- Responded to medical emergencies including cardiac events, respiratory distress, and trauma cases
- Administered IV medications, emergency treatments, blood products, and continuous infusions
- Assisted physicians during emergency procedures, resuscitations, and critical interventions
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and safe discharge planning
- Educated patients and families regarding medications, treatments, and follow-up care
- Maintained accurate and timely Epic EMR documentation
LPN
Wanaque Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
12.2014 - 05.2017
- Provided direct patient care in a rehabilitation setting focusing on ADLs and mobility
- Administered medications, wound care, injections, and treatments per physician orders
- Monitored patient condition, pain status, and changes in vital signs
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams to support patient recovery goals
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold company standards.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline procedures and resolve issues.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 15 employees in daily operations.
Education
BSN -
Chamberlain University
08-2024
ASN -
Union County College
05-2020
Graduate Nurse Diploma -
JFK Muhlenberg Snyder School of Nursing
05-2020
LPN Diploma -
New Community School of Practical Nursing
12-2014
Skills
- Emergency Department
- Post-anesthesia care
- Emergency medicine
- Charge Nurse
- Nurse supervisor
- Patient assessment
- Staff education and training
- Nurse Preceptor
Certification
- NJ Multistate RN License
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- PALS, American Heart Association
- BLS, American Heart Association
- NYC RN License
Degree
BSN, RN
Timeline
Staff PACU RN
St. Mary's General Hospital
01.2026 - Current
Travel Emergency Department RN
JFK Medical Center
12.2024 - 12.2025
Travel Emergency Department RN
Hackensack University Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
RN Case Manager
Centene Corporation
06.2023 - 12.2023
ED Staff Registered Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
10.2021 - Current
Emergency Department RN
Mountainside Hospital
06.2021 - 02.2022
Staff Emergency Department RN
JFK Medical Center
05.2020 - 09.2021
LPN
Wanaque Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
12.2014 - 05.2017
BSN -
Chamberlain University
ASN -
Union County College
Graduate Nurse Diploma -
JFK Muhlenberg Snyder School of Nursing
LPN Diploma -
New Community School of Practical Nursing