Elizabeth Avery Smith
Prescott,AZ
Summary
I am a concurrently enrolled upcoming nursing graduate with five years of experience in various roles in the healthcare setting that have contributed to molding me into the nurse that God has called me to be. I am passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care with the patience it requires to care for another person.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Relayed changes in patient condition to appropriate nursing staff.
Clinical Care Associate
NextCare Urgent Care
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Triage patients in fast paced environment
- Discharge patients including patient education
- Assist with wound care, simple first aid, outpatient procedures such as sutures, staples and incision and drainages
- Apply casting/splinting
- Run point of care testing such as urine pregnancy tests, urinalysis, rapid strep screen and flu screens
- Administer vaccines
Lead Clinical Coordinator
Arizona Heart Rhythm Center
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Mentored new clinical staff members for proper onboarding and orientation processes.
- Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
- Implemented new policies and educated staff on changes.
- Schedule ancillary testing
- Educate patient on pre and post operative instruction for outpatient cardiac procedures
Certified Medical Assistant
Family 1st Convenient Care
06.2018 - 04.2020
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yavapai Community College
Prescott, AZ12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2024
No Degree - Certificate of Nursing Assistant
Yavapai Community College
Prescott, AZ12.2020
No Degree - Certificate of Medical Assisting
U.S. Career Institute
Fort Collins, CO08.2018
Skills
- Proficiency in athena, cerner, eclinicalworks
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Prioritization
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Clinical Care Associate
NextCare Urgent Care
04.2022 - 01.2023
Lead Clinical Coordinator
Arizona Heart Rhythm Center
09.2020 - 02.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Family 1st Convenient Care
06.2018 - 04.2020
Associate of Science - Nursing
Yavapai Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
No Degree - Certificate of Nursing Assistant
Yavapai Community College
No Degree - Certificate of Medical Assisting
U.S. Career Institute
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