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Jimmy Reece Smith MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC

BOWLING GREEN,KY

Summary

Accomplished registered nurse with a proven track record at University of Kentucky Medical Center, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and private hospitals enhancing patient wellness through expert and compassionate care. Adept at medication administration and patient counseling, I significantly improve treatment outcomes. Skilled in fostering patient-centered care, my approach is both culturally sensitive and focused on achieving optimal health results. Resourceful PMHNP committed to providing excellent care to patients of all ages. Expertise in performing admission assessments and discharges and participating in crisis interventions. Kind and caring professional with 20 years of experience monitoring treatment of patients diagnosed with disabilities, illnesses and distress.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Total Med
02.2023 - Current

Critical Care, Crisis assessment and Intervention in the Emergency Department and Inpatient care areas.

Clinical Nursing Supervisor

Southern Kentucky Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2020 - 02.2023

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Rotations
01.2020 - 08.2022
  • Monitor patients' medications usages and results.
  • Document patients' medical and psychological histories, physical assessment results, diagnoses, treatment plans, prescriptions, or outcomes.
  • Distinguish between physiologically and psychologically based disorders and diagnose appropriately.
  • Educate patients and family members about mental health and medical conditions, preventive health measures, medications, or treatment plans. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, or nursing staff, to develop, implement, or evaluate treatment plans.
  • Cultivated culture of empathy and respect within psychiatric unit, positively impacting patient satisfaction and team morale.
  • Improved care continuity by effectively collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and maintaining clear communication.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering supportive community environment that encouraged patient engagement and progress.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2020

Team Leader Manager Cardiac Cath Lab and IR PACU

Saint Thomas West Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2019

Patient Care Manager

University of Kentucky Medical Center
06.2011 - 08.2017
  • Planned and completed duties with minimal direction from supervisors, colleagues, or managers.
  • Delivered a high standard of care to patients through written care plans and direct action.
  • Developed and maintained quality care systems, including creating and improving medical protocols and guidelines.
  • Ensured that all medical documentation was legible, accurate, and properly signed/timed/dated.
  • Develop positive working relationships with colleagues, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Delivered physical and psychological support to patients as well as their visitors, friends, and families.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering effective communication, teamwork, and employee engagement.

Patient Care Manager

Metro General Hospital
11.2008 - 07.2011

Emergency Department Charge Nurse

Baptist Hospital
08.2005 - 10.2008

RN ED and SICU Part Time and as Needed

Summit Medical Center
12.2002 - 03.2006

Flight Nurse

Air Evac Lifeteam
05.2002 - 08.2004

RN MICU and Critical Care Oncology

Vanderbilt Medical Center
12.1998 - 08.2002

Education

Master of Science - Nursing

Regis College
Weston, MA
09.2022

BSN - Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
12.1998

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Beck Institute For Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Bala Cynwyd, PA
2025

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient counseling professional
  • Health and wellness expertise
  • Medication education/administration
  • Psychiatric and mental health care proficiency
  • Strong medical ethic
  • Trained in in- and out-patient care
  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners member
  • Kentucky Nurses Association member
  • Professionalism
  • High level of autonomy
  • Patient/family focused care
  • Patient evaluation/intervention
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Culturally sensitive
  • Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Patient-centered care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Health Education
  • Individualized Treatment Planning
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Certification

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (AANP) PMH08240261, active certified PMHNP.

National Provider active (1629701032). Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Kentucky, active (4026120), Registered Nurse in the State of Kentucky active (1099382), Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana active (28285657A), Indiana APRN license pending practice agreement only. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advance Life Support (ALS), and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) for Healthcare Providers, CPR and AED, current.

Affiliations

  • Kentucky Nurses Association
  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
  • American Nurses Association
  • American Psychiatric Nurses Association

Timeline

Travel Nurse, Emergency Department

Total Med
02.2023 - Current

Clinical Nursing Supervisor

Southern Kentucky Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2020 - 02.2023

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Clinical Rotations
01.2020 - 08.2022

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Rivendell Behavioral Health Hospital
07.2019 - 08.2020

Team Leader Manager Cardiac Cath Lab and IR PACU

Saint Thomas West Hospital
06.2018 - 06.2019

Patient Care Manager

University of Kentucky Medical Center
06.2011 - 08.2017

Patient Care Manager

Metro General Hospital
11.2008 - 07.2011

Emergency Department Charge Nurse

Baptist Hospital
08.2005 - 10.2008

RN ED and SICU Part Time and as Needed

Summit Medical Center
12.2002 - 03.2006

Flight Nurse

Air Evac Lifeteam
05.2002 - 08.2004

RN MICU and Critical Care Oncology

Vanderbilt Medical Center
12.1998 - 08.2002

Master of Science - Nursing

Regis College

BSN - Nursing

Middle Tennessee State University

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Beck Institute For Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (AANP) PMH08240261, active certified PMHNP.

National Provider active (1629701032). Registered Nurse Practitioner in the State of Kentucky, active (4026120), Registered Nurse in the State of Kentucky active (1099382), Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana active (28285657A), Indiana APRN license pending practice agreement only. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advance Life Support (ALS), and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) for Healthcare Providers, CPR and AED, current.

Jimmy Reece Smith MSN, RN, PMHNP-BC