Jaime Smallbone
La Jolla,CA
Summary
Dedicated Acute Care Registered Nurse with proven skills in patient assessment, ventilator management, and critical thinking. Committed to quality improvement and enhancing patient education to achieve optimal health outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
San Diego, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Treat patients with a broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses on a Med Surg/Telemetry unit.
- Manage the care of patients on mechanical ventilation, optimizing respiratory function and monitoring for complications.
- Assist physicians with diagnostic procedures, including bronchoscopies.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to medical emergencies with advanced life support techniques and Interventions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Prioritize patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Maintain updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training in the ICU unit, gaining experience in vasopressor therapy, arterial lines, and IV titrations.
- Document all aspects of nursing care according to established policies and procedures.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
San Diego, California
03.2024 - 09.2025
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric patients in home settings.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care.
- Assisted families with medication management and treatment plans.
- Educated parents on child health, safety, and wellness practices.
- Supported emotional well-being of children through empathetic communication.
- Conducted health assessments to identify needs and develop care strategies.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were strictly followed while providing care for pediatric patients.
CNA
The Cove At La Jolla Post Acute Care Center
La Jolla, California
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided compassionate care to residents in accordance with individualized care plans.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, including bathing and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Documented patient observations and care provided accurately in medical records.
- Supported recreational activities to enhance resident engagement and well-being.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brookline College
Phoenix, AZ08-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Writing
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI06-2012
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Ventilator management
- Quality improvement
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Cardiac monitoring
- Central line management
- Tracheostomy care
- Oxygen therapy
- Airway management
- Chest tube management
- Evidence-based practices
- Policy adherence
- Patient advocacy
- Medical charting
- Pain management
- Patient safety
Certification
- ACLS, American Heart Association
- BLS, American Heart Association
- NRP, American Academy of Pediatrics
Timeline
Acute Care Registered Nurse
Kindred Hospital
03.2024 - Current
Pediatric Home Health Nurse
Aveanna Heathcare
03.2024 - 09.2025
CNA
The Cove At La Jolla Post Acute Care Center
06.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Brookline College
Bachelor of Arts - Professional Writing
Michigan State University