Hanging out on the lake with my family! I love working out in my spare time to help decompress and feel my best self
Kristen Smith
Ocala
Summary
8 years experience working in healthcare and working as a proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harbor House of Central FL
12.2024 - Current
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- gave Medications and educated patients for the reason of medication.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
12.2022 - 11.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Registered Medical Assistant
Hca Ocala Vascular Surgery
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures, ensuring accurate results and timely treatment.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Ocala, FL06-2025
Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Rasmussen University
Ocala, FL08-2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- CPR/AED
- Intravenous medications
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- EMR / EHR
- Inpatient care
- Trauma-informed care
- Patient safety protocols
- Caring for wounds
Interests
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Harbor House of Central FL
12.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hca Ocala Regional Medical Ctr
12.2022 - 11.2024
Registered Medical Assistant
Hca Ocala Vascular Surgery
09.2019 - 08.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
Rasmussen University
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