Garret Smith
Temperance,MI
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with experience in psychiatric care for children and adolescents in an inpatient pediatric psychiatry unit. Expertise in patient assessment, psychiatric medication administration, mental health crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and foster a supportive environment. Committed to patient advocacy and individualized care, ensuring dignity and respect for each child and family. Open to constructive feedback and committed to continuous learning, professional development, and delivering the highest standard of nursing practice.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Psychiatry Registered Nurse
Toledo Children's Hospital
Toledo, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care to pediatric and adolescent patients with acute and chronic psychiatric and behavioral health conditions.
- Perform thorough nursing assessments, monitor mental and physical health status, and develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with an interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Conduct ongoing suicide risk, self-harm, and behavioral assessments, implementing appropriate safety interventions and crisis management strategies.
- Administer and monitor psychiatric medications, evaluate therapeutic response, and assess for adverse effects while ensuring safe medication practices.
- Utilize therapeutic communication and trauma-informed care techniques to establish trust, promote emotional regulation, and support patient.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, and unit management to coordinate comprehensive treatment and discharge planning.
- Respond effectively to psychiatric emergencies, behavioral escalations, and medical concerns while maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, coping strategies, treatment plans, and community resources to promote continuity of care.
- Accurately document patient assessments, interventions, behavioral observations, and treatment progress in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
- Serve as a patient advocate by promoting dignity, safety, cultural sensitivity, and high-quality, compassionate care for children, adolescents, and their families.
Student Nurse Extern
St. Vincent’s Medical Center
07.2021 - 03.2025
- Provided close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Assisted with blood glucose monitoring, and patient ambulation.
- Built strong relationships with patients to enhance their comfort and trust during care. with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Established rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Experienced as designated patient sitter to increase overall patient and staff safety.
- Documented patient interactions and updated medical records accurately.
Restaurant Waiter
Highland Meadows Golf Club
Sylvania, Ohio
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders. Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Built rapport with regular club members to enhance customer loyalty.
- Established relationships with regular club members.
- Welcomed new customers, highlighted specials, took drink orders, and provided tailored menu suggestions for food allergy concerns.
- Reset and cleaned tables promptly to maintain efficient guest flow and dining experience.
Buildings and Grounds Assistant
Bedford Public Schools
Temperance, Michigan
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with team members to complete projects on schedule and maintain high standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of buildings and grounds to create welcoming environments.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
- Responded to maintenance requests and performed repairs.
Dishwasher
Sidelines Sports Bar/Grill
Lambertville, Michigan
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Worked in a high-volume restaurant washing dishes and assisting in kitchen clean-up.
- Maintained a clean and organized dishwashing station while following food safety guidelines.
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment efficiently and safely.
- Assisted in storing and rotating kitchen supplies and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Monroe County Community College
Monroe, MI12-2024
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Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, Ohio12-2021
Associate of Science -
Monroe County Community College
Monroe, Michigan05-2019
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School
Temperance, Michigan06-2017
Skills
- Psychiatric Medication Management
- Patient Safety
- Milieu Management/Safety
- Pediatric Mental Health Care
- Pediatric Psychiatric Assessment
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Therapeutic Relationship Building
- Communication Skills
- Family Education
- Mental Health Crisis Intervention
- Proficient in Epic Software
- Time Management
- Patience
- Compassionate Care
Certification
BLS: Basic Life Support Provider
Timeline
Pediatric Psychiatry Registered Nurse
Toledo Children's Hospital
07.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
St. Vincent’s Medical Center
07.2021 - 03.2025
Restaurant Waiter
Highland Meadows Golf Club
06.2020 - 08.2020
Buildings and Grounds Assistant
Bedford Public Schools
06.2019 - 08.2019
Dishwasher
Sidelines Sports Bar/Grill
04.2016 - 04.2019
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Mercy College of Ohio
Associate of Science in Nursing -
Monroe County Community College
Associate of Science -
Monroe County Community College
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School
Outstanding Nursing Student Award
Outstanding Nursing Student Award
Selected as the sole recipient of the Outstanding Nursing Student Award from my nursing cohort along with nursing school faculty, in recognition of consistently demonstrating academic excellence, exceptional clinical performance, and a positive, professional attitude throughout nursing school. Recognized by nursing faculty and peers for strong clinical judgment, compassionate patient care, teamwork, and dedication to the nursing profession. This award is presented to one graduating nursing student who exemplifies excellence in both the classroom and clinical practice.