Kyra M. Smith
Billings,MT
Summary
Objective/ I am a patient-focused & empathetic registered nurse seeking a position with the growing Professional medical practice. I bring experience, care, & extensive knowledge to help improve lives Summary of patients. I am a dedicated, compassionate, knowledgeable registered nurse
with over 17 years experience; with 12 years at an outpatient surgical center. I am meticulously detail-oriented, observant, and proactive. I perform well in a high-pressured and fast paced environment. I am skilled in working with doctors for efficient patient management and a team player who is able to relate well with coworkers. Cross-training has made me a better proficient nurse.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Fairbanks LifeSafety Officer
09.2010 - Current
Fairbanks
, AK
01.2011 - Current
- Community for sports physicals
Travel Nurse
Bestica, Intermountain Health Holy Rosary Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Highlights Problem Solving, Adaptability, Collaboration, Strong Work Ethic, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Coordinating Patient Care and Guidance; Handling Pressure, Decision Making; HIPPA Compliance; Audit Performances; LifeSafety Educator
- Related Work, RN-BSN Med/Surgical
- Physical assessments, pain management, medication delivery, general health care
- Monitoring pre-op & post-op surgical pts (mainly general, orthopedic)
- Post-op surgical care, wound care – Dressing changes
- Proper diabetic management, NG tubes, drain management
- Communicating with surgeons, physical therapy, home medical equipment, etc
- Making sure pt had an appropriate safe environment at home once discharged
- Discharge instructions
RN
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Plentywood
, MT
01.2007 - 01.2023
- BSN Med/Surgical & ER 18 bed rural community hospital with Med/Surgical patients and I also helped admit and care for ER patients
- Proper skilled head to toe assessments, medication administration: oral, IV, IM, SQ, rectal, diabetic management, chest tubes, NG tubes, feeding tubes
- Thorough communication with Physicians, EMS, Flight Med Crew, Nurses, CNA, Radiology, Lab, Home medical equipment, Pharmacy, other agencies & family members
- Infection Control; Proper PPE, Contact Precautions
- Making sure pt had an appropriate safe environment at home once discharged
- Discharge instructions
- Cerner charting
RN-BSN OR Manager
Fairbanks Urology/Denali Biomedical, LLC
Fairbanks, AK
03.2020 - 11.2022
- I ran a one room operating room called Denali Biomedical, LLC
- And I also provided Moderate Sedation in clinic for procedures in Fairbanks Urology
- Preregistration, Pre-Op, OR Circulator, PACU, Stage 2, Sterile Processing
- Assessed pt’s history & communicated with anesthesia, started IV’s, administered IV antibiotics, circulated operating room for Urological cases, communicated with anesthesia and physician and RN’s, Monitored pt’s vitals and status after surgery, assisted pt’s getting ready for discharge and reviewed discharge instructions with pt & family/friend over the age of 18
- Moderate Sedation – reviewed pt’s history, started IV’s, monitored pt’s vitals, administered Versed & Fentanyl for pt’s under physician’s orders, reviewed discharge instructions with family/friend
- Completed blood draws and ordered labs correctly
RN
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
09.2016 - 03.2020
- BSN Preregistration Assessing patients (pts) and educating pts on all aspects of the surgical procedure and anesthesia
- Interacting & informing pts of their post-op care both at the surgery center, and in their home; for a safe environment to promote and restore their health
- Researching labs, EKG’s, cardiovascular & airway concerns, and other health related issues
- Communicating any safety concerns with anesthesia and our surgical team
RN, II
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
01.2015 - 09.2016
- BSN Pre-Op, PACU, Stage, Preparing pts for surgery: IV insertion, medication administration, assisting anesthesia with anesthetic block administration
- Providing intensive observation & treatment of pts who have undergone anesthesia; airway management; surgical site assessments; and cardiovascular assessments
- Educating pts and their family on discharge instructions; enabling a safe discharge for pt; assisting in stable transfers if needed
RN-BSN Operating Room Circulator
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
09.2009 - 12.2014
- Assisting in setting up the OR & providing a safe environment for pt
- Making sure the pt is positioned correctly during surgery; proper padding around bony prominences
- Manage all the necessary care in the operating room & maintaining a sterile environment
- Helps anesthesia provide proper induction
- Precise communication with all co-workers and surgeon
- Keeping the pt safe at all times
member
The Association of perioperative Registered Nurses
01.2011 - 01.2014
Chair
Positive Education
07.2008 - 09.2010
WOCN, Continence Nurses Society
06.2008 - 09.2010
SGNA-Society of Gastroenterology Nurses & Associates
06.2008 - 09.2010
- Nomination for March of Dimes-Nurse of the Year (11/20/2007)
RN
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks, AK
06.2008 - 09.2009
- BSN Special Procedures Hours per week: 40
- Moderate/Conscious Sedation for Endoscopy; airway management; Endoscopy tech
- Proper specimen handling
- Medication infusions for pts, including administering chemotherapy
RN
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
Fairbanks, AK
08.2006 - 06.2008
- BSN Med/Surgical Hours per week: 36
- Monitoring pre-op & post-op surgical pts (mainly general, orthopedic, & urology)
- Post-op surgical care, wound care such as burns
- Proper diabetic management, chest tubes, NG tubes, PCA pump/Epidural pump monitoring; feeding tubes; drain management
- Communicating with surgeons, physical therapy, home medical equipment, etc
- Making sure pt had an appropriate safe environment at home once discharged
- Discharge instructions
Positive Education
08.2006 - 06.2008
AORN
02.2014
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Licenses ACLS, PALS, TNCC, BLS, LifeSafety Educator - undefined
Additional Information
- Nursing Research Award (01/01/2008) Nursing S.H.I.N.E. Soaring High in Nursing Excellence (05/2008) Nursing Student Council (08/2003-05/2006) Graduated with Nursing Honors, received a medal (05/2006)
Timeline
Travel Nurse
Bestica, Intermountain Health Holy Rosary Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
RN-BSN OR Manager
Fairbanks Urology/Denali Biomedical, LLC
03.2020 - 11.2022
RN
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
09.2016 - 03.2020
RN, II
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
01.2015 - 09.2016
AORN
02.2014
Fairbanks
01.2011 - Current
member
The Association of perioperative Registered Nurses
01.2011 - 01.2014
Fairbanks LifeSafety Officer
09.2010 - Current
RN-BSN Operating Room Circulator
Surgery Center of Fairbanks
09.2009 - 12.2014
Chair
Positive Education
07.2008 - 09.2010
WOCN, Continence Nurses Society
06.2008 - 09.2010
SGNA-Society of Gastroenterology Nurses & Associates
06.2008 - 09.2010
RN
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
06.2008 - 09.2009
RN
Sheridan Memorial Hospital Plentywood
01.2007 - 01.2023
RN
Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
08.2006 - 06.2008
Positive Education
08.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Dakota
Licenses ACLS, PALS, TNCC, BLS, LifeSafety Educator - undefined
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