Kristy Smith
Irvine,KY
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable registered travel nurse with 4 years of experience caring for patients within the Medical/Surgical, Telemetry, Progressive and Orthopedic setting. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recently received a Group Daisy Award with fellow nurses in my current unit.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare/Good Samaritan Hospital
Lexington , KY
06.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare/Fleming County Hospital
Flemingsburg , KY
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed and monitored patients for changes in condition and responses to treatments.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Performed primary nursing functions including administering medications, wound care, IV therapy and monitoring vital signs.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data and established standards of care.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in clinical practice and promoted evidence-based practice initiatives within the unit.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control practices per hospital policy and procedures guidelines.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities while providing guidance, direction, support and mentoring to new staff members.
- Monitored assigned patients for early recognition of potential problems or complications.
- Implemented interventions as necessary based on assessment findings or physician orders.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented through ongoing assessments.
- Provided emotional support for families experiencing difficult situations or end-of-life issues.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in medical technology and equipment relevant to medical surgical telemetry nursing.
- Participated in performance improvement activities designed to improve patient outcomes or enhance service delivery processes.
- Supervised patient blood pressure, heart activity, blood oxygen saturation and breathing activity.
- Identified irregular telemetry readings and initiated corrective action plans.
- Calculated and administered IV, oral and subcutaneous medications, monitoring for adverse side effects.
- Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Joseph East Hospital
Lexington , KY
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Assessed and monitored patients for changes in condition and responses to treatments.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Performed primary nursing functions including administering medications, wound care, IV therapy and monitoring vital signs.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data and established standards of care.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to hospital policy and procedure guidelines.
- Coordinated activities with other departments to ensure timely delivery of services to patients.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control practices per hospital policy and procedures guidelines.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities while providing guidance, direction, support and mentoring to new staff members.
- Monitored assigned patients for early recognition of potential problems or complications.
- Implemented interventions as necessary based on assessment findings or physician orders.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented through ongoing assessments.
- Provided emotional support for families experiencing difficult situations or end-of-life issues.
- Contributed to the development of interdisciplinary treatment plans that are individualized for each patient's needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of advances in medical technology and equipment relevant to medical surgical telemetry nursing.
- Participated in performance improvement activities designed to improve patient outcomes or enhance service delivery processes.
- Supervised patient blood pressure, heart activity, blood oxygen saturation and breathing activity.
- Calculated and administered IV, oral and subcutaneous medications, monitoring for adverse side effects.
- Identified irregular telemetry readings and initiated corrective action plans.
- Educated patients and families to manage illness with post-treatment home care needs, nutrition, exercise programs and self-administration of medication.
- Coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY05-2020
Skills
- Care Planning
- ADL Assistance
- Nursing staff leadership
- Data Collection
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare/Good Samaritan Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare/Fleming County Hospital
09.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
CHI St. Joseph East Hospital
05.2020 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
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