Jackie Smith
RN, BSN
Appomattox,VA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Travel, RN Cardiac
Centra Health
09.2024 - Current
- Increased patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, administering medications accurately, and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Adapted quickly to new environments, swiftly becoming familiar with facility-specific workflows and practices while maintaining a high level of performance.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts by delivering detailed handoffs that effectively communicated pertinent information related to each patient''s condition and ongoing treatment plan.
- Maintained high-quality patient care standards by adhering to facility protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Performed thorough post-operative care for patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures such as angiography or bypass surgery.
Electrophysiology Registered Nurse
Centra Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted in complex ablations, resulting in successful treatment of arrhythmias for numerous patients.
- Assist in pacemakers, S-ICDs, IntegraD procedures
- Circulate and record procedures and assist scrubs during procedures
- Use charting systems CERNER and MERGE
- Developed strong relationships with physicians, fostering collaboration and timely coordination of care for patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction through comprehensive pre-and post-procedure education and communication.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by consistently delivering high-quality patient-centered care during all phases of electrophysiology procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients and staff by adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between departments by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding each patient''s status and needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic interventions, alleviating anxiety levels throughout their experience at the facility.
- Ensured accurate medication administration during EP procedures, including sedation while reducing potential adverse events or complications.
- Enhanced the efficiency of the Electrophysiology Lab by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities, contributing to personal growth as well as enhanced team performance within the Electrophysiology Lab setting.
- Managed a high volume caseload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and clinical accuracy.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed triage on incoming patients, prepping as needed for procedures.
RN Charge Nurse
Medical Facilities Of America
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
Sales Associate
Cellular Now
10.2017 - 09.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Medical Transcriptionist
Sussman And Staller, MD
01.2014 - 10.2017
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Recorded information using word processing, dictation and transcription software and equipment.
- Maintained security and privacy of records to protect patients and providers.
- Corrected grammar, spelling and syntax mistakes in medical records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA08.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Lynchburg, VA05.2022
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High School
Appomattox, VA05.2007
Skills
- Nursing Process
- Patient Care Standards
- Compassionate and Caring
- Dressing Changes
- Staff Training
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Admission
- Status Updates
- Patient Care Assessment
- Administer Medication
- Clinical Development
- Electrophysiology Procedures
- Telemetry monitoring
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Vitals monitoring
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Medication Administration
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Clinical Documentation
Cardiac care
Diabetes management
Nursing documentation
Time management
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Compassionate care
Patient safety
Patient education
Patient monitoring
Bedside manner
Wound care
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time off401k matchTimeline
Internal Travel, RN Cardiac
Centra Health
09.2024 - Current
Electrophysiology Registered Nurse
Centra Health
09.2023 - 09.2024
RN Charge Nurse
Medical Facilities Of America
09.2022 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
Cellular Now
10.2017 - 09.2021
Medical Transcriptionist
Sussman And Staller, MD
01.2014 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Centra College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High School
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