Laura Smith
Southaven,MS
Summary
Experienced and organized Registered Nurse adept at patient treatment and care. Proficient in quick and precise assessments, with a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations. Known for effective collaboration with doctors to uphold exceptional healthcare standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baptist Womens Hospital
Memphis, TN
01.2022 - Current
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to neonates, including assessment of vital signs, administering medications and treatments, and monitoring for changes in condition.
- Assisted with the admission process of newborns into the NICU unit and provided necessary education to parents on infant care.
- Performed daily assessments of premature infants and documented findings accurately in electronic medical records system.
- Administered intravenous fluids, electrolytes and blood products as ordered by physician.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans of care for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations in a calm manner while maintaining professional standards of practice.
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
Southaven, MS
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Provided assistance to nurses and other healthcare professionals in the delivery of patient care.
- Assisted with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Reported any changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse immediately.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
Education
Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS12-2021
High School Diploma -
Hernando High School
Hernando, MS05-2017
Skills
- Critical Care
- Case Management
- Infectious disease control
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Care Planning
- Medication and IV administration
Affiliations
- Surgery Committee
- Micropreemie Committee
- Family Committee
- Shared Governance
- Preceptor
- Charge Nurse
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award
- Employee of the Month
Certification
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- S.T.A.B.L.E
References
- Elizabeth Signaigo (Head Nurse)
901-299-0827
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baptist Womens Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Baptist Memorial Hospital
07.2019 - 12.2021
Nursing
Northwest Mississippi Community College
High School Diploma -
Hernando High School
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