Kimberley-ann Smith
Island Park
Summary
I am currently seeking a position that is both challenging and fulfilling in leadership. I am looking to promote positive change and be a leader who is transparent and empowering. Ambitious Board Certified Registered Nurse who has a wealth of experience in critical care, adult and pediatric pre and post operative care and leadership. Expert in all aspects of patient care with success in working with multidisciplinary teams to create care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures and manage complex mental disorders. Accomplished in leading unit-based groups to improve delivery of care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
Northwell Health / Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
04.2017 - Current
- Cover three areas: Pre-op, recovery room and holding area Staff of fifty nurses and twenty ancillary staff Perform patient care in all units as the need arises Control the patient traffic and resolve any issues that may arise I have been spearheading the Pediatric Enhancement Program at MEETH that has been publicized throughout Northwell and has increased our pediatric population
- Successfully implemented 2 performance improvement projects that enhanced the efficiency and flow of the units when dealing with these specific areas
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Created work schedules for multiple shifts to confirm complete floor coverage.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Manager, Clinical Programs
Northwell Health System
01.2010 - Current
- Manage 3 high level orthopedic programs with ease and efficiency
- Accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Spearhead education sessions for preoperative patients both in English and Spanish. Developed high level process to ensure that all patients are educated prior to surgery.
- Resolve any staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Define clear targets and objectives and communicate to other disciplines to maintain the high level of care provided.
- Maintain professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry patients.
- Maintain positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Data tracking for program, monthly report out on progress.
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health / Center for Advanced Medicine
01.2011 - 04.2017
- Pre-op and Post-operative care of surgical patients Adults and pediatrics Charge nurse as assigned In charge of performance improvement projects Chart checks
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Registered Nurse
Northwell Healh - Manhasset
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Intra-aortic Balloon Pump management Central lines Inotropic drips Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Management of ventilated / sedated patients On the rapid response team (when designated)
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Trav Corps
03.2007 - 01.2010
- ICU travel nurse - full nursing duties Burn ICU - Weill Cornell, NY Presbyterian SICU - Forest Hills SICU / MICU / Neuro ICU - North Shore University Hospital Airway management Management of Swan-Ganz catheters Management of intra- cranial pressure monitoring
Education
Master's of Science - Nurse Executive Track
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Addison, IL08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Chicago, IL2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Lawrence College
Cornwall, Ontario Canada07.2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
La Cité, Le Collège D'Arts Appliqués Et De Technologie
Ottawa, ON1997
Skills
- Proficient and fluent in French language, verbal and written
- Time management
- Documentation and reporting
- Operations management
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Customer service
Additional Information
- HONORS / AFFILIATIONS / COMMITTEES: Women of Excellence Award - Strathmore's Who's Who, 2017 Recipient of the Rosalie Greenberg award - Northwell Health 2016 Hospitality Agent Award - Northwell Health 2015 Life Saving Award from the American Heart Association 2010
- During Covid-19 crisis, I was rdeployed to Lenox Hill Hospital where I developed and ran a scrubs distribution program, worked in the command center and I helped establish the serology testing department for the employees.
- I was the Magnet Champion at Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, I taught my staff all about the Magnet meaning and process, the site visits were virtual and so I also took care of installing and overseeing the IT connections for all visits both mock and site visits with great success.
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
Northwell Health / Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital
04.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health / Center for Advanced Medicine
01.2011 - 04.2017
Manager, Clinical Programs
Northwell Health System
01.2010 - Current
Registered Nurse
Northwell Healh - Manhasset
01.2010 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse
Cross Country Trav Corps
03.2007 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University College of Nursing
Master's of Science - Nurse Executive Track
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Lawrence College
Associate of Science - Nursing
La Cité, Le Collège D'Arts Appliqués Et De Technologie
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