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Kimberly Smith

Pulaski,TN

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, and compassionate care. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and enhance patient-centered outcomes.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse

Tennessee Oncology
Nashville, TN
01.2018 - Current
  • Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments according to established protocols.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
  • Monitored and documented patient vital signs and responses to treatment effectively.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

RN/LPN Charge Nurse

Meadowbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center
Pulaski, TN
02.2011 - 01.2018
  • Supervised nursing staff, ensuring adherence to care protocols and quality standards.
  • Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Martin Methodist
Pulaski, TN
05-2015

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Pulaski, TN
05-2010

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Martin Methodist College
Pulaski, TN
05-1991

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Triage assessment
  • Chemotherapy administration
  • Patient care and education
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Clinical judgment

Timeline

Nurse

Tennessee Oncology
01.2018 - Current

RN/LPN Charge Nurse

Meadowbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2011 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Martin Methodist

Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Martin Methodist College