Katrina Smith
Palatka,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Palatka center for rehab and healing
Palatka, FL
03.2024 - Current
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding clinical practice standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop best practices for patient care delivery.
- Investigated incidents reported by staff members or patients and families.
- Reviewed daily documentation of dispensing of controlled substances, immediately noting discrepancies from shift to shift.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Medical Staffing
Palm Coast, FL
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ponce therapy care center
St. Augustine, FL
06.2003 - 03.2020
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Registered Nursing Degree
Rasmussen University
Ocala, Florida03-2024
High School Diploma -
Palatka High School
Palatka, FL08-1998
Some College (No Degree) - Competion of College Courses To Obtain AA Degree
St. Johns River State College
Palatka, FLSkills
- Behavioral Health
- Mass Casualty Incident Planning
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical System Monitoring
- Business operation management
Accomplishments
- Nomination for clinical excellence: 2008
- Nomination for nurse of the year: 2012
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Palatka center for rehab and healing
03.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Arbor Medical Staffing
03.2020 - 03.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Ponce therapy care center
06.2003 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - Registered Nursing Degree
Rasmussen University
High School Diploma -
Palatka High School
Some College (No Degree) - Competion of College Courses To Obtain AA Degree
St. Johns River State College