Jacqueline Smith
Houston
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated with strong commitment to patient care and well-being. Possesses foundational knowledge in medical procedures and patient care, with skills in monitoring vital signs and administering medications. Aims to make significant impact on patient outcomes through effective care and empathy.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Discharge Lounge
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
Houston, Texas
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinate safe and timely patient discharges while ensuring continuity of care.
- Perform discharge education regarding medications, follow-up appointments, and treatment plans.
- Collaborate with physicians, case management, pharmacy, and multidisciplinary teams to support patient transitions.
- Complete medication reconciliation and reinforce patient understanding of discharge instructions.
- Assess patients for discharge readiness and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Utilize electronic medical records to document patient care accurately and efficiently.
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Post-Op Trauma Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
Houston, Texas
03.2023 - 03.2025
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for post-operative, telemetry, and trauma patients in a fast-paced acute care environment.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, vital signs, pain management, and post-surgical recovery status.
- Administered medications, treatments, and patient interventions in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards.
- Educated patients and families regarding diagnoses, procedures, medications, and recovery plans.
- Responded rapidly to changes in patient condition and collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Maintained accurate and timely clinical documentation using electronic health records.
- Supported patient safety initiatives and infection prevention standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Houston, TX05-2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Houston, TX05-2022
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient-centered nursing skills
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Patient Advocacy
- Communication & Teamwork
- Adaptable in fast-paced healthcare environments
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Discharge Lounge
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Med/Surg Telemetry Post-Op Trauma Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest
03.2023 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Chamberlain University