Jennifer Smith
Pembroke,Massachusetts
Summary
Empathetic Hospice Nurse promoting over 17 years of expertise in healthcare industry. Knowledgeable in at-home and inpatient settings. Successful background providing compassionate, quality palliative care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Nurse
NVNA And Hospice
06.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Established and maintained successful relationships with patients, families and physicians by utilizing exemplary communication and active listening skills.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute hospital settings to home-based hospice care environments, promoting continuity of care.
- Assisted in training new hospice nurses, sharing expertise in end-of-life care best practices.
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Vitas
11.2019 - 08.2020
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Scituate Pediatrics
07.2010 - 05.2017
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Shore Hospital
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Mitigated risks related to potential medical errors by proactively identifying and addressing discrepancies in patient charts, medications, or treatment plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
Registered Nurse
Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2007 - 07.2008
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH12.2015
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College
Quincy, MA12.2006
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Compassionate and Caring
- Documentation
- EMR Updating
Timeline
Inpatient Hospice Nurse
Vitas
11.2019 - 08.2020
Hospice Nurse
NVNA And Hospice
06.2017 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Scituate Pediatrics
07.2010 - 05.2017
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
South Shore Hospital
06.2008 - 06.2010
Registered Nurse
Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital
07.2007 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Quincy College