Emily Smith
Arlington,TN
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient recovery and reducing complications, my tenure at Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis showcases my expertise in clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in airway management and medication administration, I excel in high-stress environments, significantly improving patient outcomes through ethical practice and effective team collaboration. Accomplished PACU Nurse proudly offering more than 10 years' expertise in the healthcare field. Strong capacity to work with physicians to develop successful patient care plans.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
Semmes-Murphey Clinic
03.2019 - Current
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Contributed to efficient unit operations by assisting in the orientation of new staff members to PACU procedures and best practices.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2012 - 01.2024
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated exceptional ability to manage challenging clinical circumstances by utilizing advanced critical thinking skills while addressing the complex needs of critically ill patients with multi-organ system failures.
- Implemented physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Worked with physicians and nursing staff to develop treatment protocols addressing patients' current symptom presentation as well as underlying conditions.
- Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN12.2008
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical Practice
- IV Insertion
- Discharge Planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia recovery
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Education
- IV Fluid Administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Health Education
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advance Cardiovascular Life Suport
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
Semmes-Murphey Clinic
03.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis
10.2012 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Memphis
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Memphis
Basic Life Support
Advance Cardiovascular Life Suport
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