Julie A. Smith, RN, BSN
Bend,OR
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 23 years of in direct patient care, leadership and clinical competence. Offering 21 years of expertise in Pediatrics and NICU. Focused on quality improvement and partnering with internal and external stakeholders to promote excellence.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, mentoring, and support. Knowledgeable with EMR platforms, medication administration and interdisciplinary partnerships focused on optimizing patient care safety and support. Quality-focused and change management driven leader.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Relief Charge Nurse/Floor Staff Member
St. Charles Medical Center
01.2005 - Current
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction and safety.
- Managed patients recovering from acute or chronic medical conditions or surgical procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Educated, trained and mentored nursing students and new hire employees.
- Leadership: EPIC Superuser, partnered in development of Diabetic education program.
- Partnered with internal department leaders and clinical practitioners to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing -
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA12.1998
Skills
- Physical Examinations
- Medication Administration
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Patient Safety
- Care Coordination
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Student and New-Hire Precepting, Mentoring and Care Team Support
- Department Practice Committee Chair/Co-Chair
- Ethical Practices
- Care Coordination
- Diabetes Management
Timeline
Relief Charge Nurse/Floor Staff Member
St. Charles Medical Center
01.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate Degree in Nursing -
College of The Canyons
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