Echo Smith
Galion,OH
Summary
Hardworking Dialysis Nurse assesses, plans, develops, implements and evaluates nursing programs, departments and clinical areas. Enthusiastic and driven with desire to provide high level of compassion in patient care to improve overall outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius
Mansfield, OH
07.2020 - Current
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions, and dialytic treatments.
- Educated patients and families on dialysis side effects.
- Provided each chronic and acute renal patient with compassionate and dedicated plan of care for treatment.
- Recognized changes in each patient's condition and adjusted dialysis treatments on daily basis.
- Assisted in care of chronically-ill patients, with focus on patients with kidney disease, high blood pressure, and asthma.
Registered Nurse
Softpath Systems
Marion, OH
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of inmate needs, adjusting care plans accordingly for improved health outcomes.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols, reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the facility.
- Improved staff communication through comprehensive documentation and efficient handover practices.
- Supported newly hired nurses through mentorship initiatives, sharing knowledge and expertise to help them succeed in the correctional nursing environment.
- Maintained accurate medical records for legal compliance, contributing to a well-organized healthcare system within the correctional facility.
- Provided critical health education to inmates, empowering them to make informed decisions about their wellbeing.
- Developed professional relationships with fellow nurses, physicians, and corrections officers to foster teamwork in delivering quality patient care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices and nursing innovations for application within the correctional healthcare setting.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal inmate care and successful rehabilitation outcomes.
- Contributed to overall facility security by reporting suspicious behaviors or potential threats promptly and accurately.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, performing life-saving interventions as necessary.
- Increased patient satisfaction through empathetic listening and addressing inmate concerns in a timely manner.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
- Treated variety of illnesses affecting offenders in close quarters.
- Complied with all security regulations within prison system and administered care in safest possible environment.
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ohio Health
Mansfield, OH
09.2018 - 07.2020
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
Staff Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Mansfield
Mansfield, OH
07.2017 - 09.2018
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH05.2017
High School Diploma -
Galion High School
Galion, OH06.2002
Skills
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Chronic Renal Disease Management
- Treatment Preparation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Patient Rapport
- Clear Patient Communication
Certification
- AHA BLS certified
- NIHS certified
- AHA ACLS certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Softpath Systems
06.2022 - 06.2025
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius
07.2020 - Current
Hospice Registered Nurse Case Manager
Ohio Health
09.2018 - 07.2020
Staff Registered Nurse
Ohio Health Mansfield
07.2017 - 09.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
North Central State College
High School Diploma -
Galion High School