Keely Anne Smith
Plainfield,IN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience in pediatric and psychiatric care, notably at Maxim Healthcare and Valley Children's Healthcare. Excelled in respiratory and tracheostomy care, medication administration, IV therapy and developing individualized care plans. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and compassionate patient engagement, enhancing care outcomes and safety. Certified in BLS, ACLS, and PALS, showcasing a commitment to excellence in healthcare.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Registered Nurse 1:1 School Setting
Maxim Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
- 1:1 RN that remained with a medically complex student during the school day in which tracheotomy and g-tube care were performed
- Promoted a positive work environment through active collaboration with peers and taking an approachable demeanor towards colleagues.
- Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.
- Assessed student health and identified potential health concerns to provide appropriate care.
Contract Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 05.2023
- Contracted as an inpatient pediatric nurse for St. Louis Children's Hospital.
- Assigned to the endocrine unit but was often worked on neuro, med surg, respiratory, hematology, and GI acute care units
- Quickly assessed emergency situations, initiating appropriate interventions to stabilize patients in crisis.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent medication administration and accurate charting.
- Facilitated patient education, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when making critical decisions under pressure, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Contract Registered Nurse
Medical Behavioral Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
Inpatient Acute Care Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
09.2018 - 07.2022
- Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients upon admission, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
- Improved patient comfort levels during procedures by utilizing age-appropriate distractions and techniques, such as storytelling or guided imagery.
- Managed complex pediatric cases by collaborating with specialists and coordinating care plans, resulting in a comprehensive approach to patient needs.
- Enhanced patient care by developing individualized pediatric nursing plans and evaluating outcomes.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN10.2023
Associate of Science - LVN To RN
Reedley Community College
Reedley05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Science-Community Health
California State University of Fresno
Fresno08.2007
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Evaluation
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Respiratory management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes Management
- Seizure Management
- GI Management
- Medication & IV therapy
- Central Line Management
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Lab result interpretation
- Infection control measures
Certification
- Registered Nurse - CA - 95167949 expires 10/2025
- Registered Nurse - IN - 28273131A Compact expires 10/2025
- BLS - Basic Life Support - expires 07/2024
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - expires - 07/2024
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support expires - 07/2024
- CPN - Certified Pediatric Nurse, License Number 202131102 - expires 02/2025
Timeline
Contract Registered Nurse 1:1 School Setting
Maxim Healthcare
07.2023 - Current
Contract Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 05.2023
Contract Registered Nurse
Medical Behavioral Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
Inpatient Acute Care Registered Nurse
Valley Children's Healthcare
09.2018 - 07.2022
BSN - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - LVN To RN
Reedley Community College
Bachelor of Science - Health Science-Community Health
California State University of Fresno
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