LaVern Smith
Bedford
Summary
Registered Nurse (RN) with over 10 years of diverse clinical experience in PCU, Medical-Surgical, Oncology, Telemetry, Nephrology, Neurology, and Observation settings. Expertise in patient assessment, care coordination, and clinical documentation, with a strong focus on managing complex medical conditions. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams in high-acuity environments and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes and operational excellence in a progressive healthcare organization.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Oncology / Renal / Observation
CarRev Staffing– MetroHealth Hospital
Cleveland
09.2023 - Current
- Deliver high-acuity, evidence-based nursing care across multiple specialty units.
- Complete comprehensive patient assessments, admissions, and discharge planning.
- Administer IV therapies, medications, blood products, and specialty treatments.
- Perform wound care, chest tube monitoring, tracheostomy care, and sterile procedures.
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and escalating clinical changes appropriately.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation and float to aligned units to support staffing needs.
Virtual Registered Nurse (Remote Nursing) – PCU / Med-Surg / Telemetry
Hicuity Health Virtual Nursing
St. Louis
06.2023 - Current
- Conduct virtual admission assessments and complete all related electronic documentation.
- Lead virtual discharge processes including teaching, education, and coordination with bedside staff.
- Reconcile medications and execute second-RN verification tasks.
- Provide virtual patient/family education and support to ensure understanding of care plans.
- Monitor patients remotely using dashboards, video, and messaging platforms.
- Serve as a mentor/trainer supporting workflow, efficiency, and staff knowledge.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and workflow standardization.
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele / Oncology / Neuro / Nephrology
Lancesoft Staffing / Cleveland Clinic
Mayfield Hts.
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Administer therapeutic interventions and specialized neurology care.
- Provide peritoneal dialysis and wound care following sterile technique.
- Conduct admissions assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Administer IV, IM, and SQ medications and reconstitute IV therapies.
- Document patient care using Epic and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilize NIHSS and Glasgow Coma Scale to assess neurologic status.
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele
Krucial Staffing / Mobile Infusion
Austin
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Performed assessments, admissions, and individualized care planning.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and immunizations.
- Supported acute care workflows, floating between departments.
- Provided neurology care and maintained sterile dressing applications.
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg / Tele
Krucial Staffing / Cedar Crest Hospital
Killeen
10.2020 - 05.2023
- Performed routine monitoring, medication administration, and care coordination.
- Developed workflows, assisted with registration, and supported clinicians.
- Documented patient charts and instructed staff on care standards.
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele
Snapnurse Staffing / Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
Valencia
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Delivered care to patients with complex cardiovascular, neurological, pulmonary, and urologic conditions.
- Executed admissions, assessments, and medication administration.
- Documented clinical status and supported physicians with procedures.
- Provided postoperative ortho care and collaborated with case management.
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg / Tele
Ahuja Medical Center
Beachwood
08.2015 - 10.2020
- Delivered comprehensive bedside care and monitored telemetry patients.
- Supported clinical teams, developed workflows, and maintained accurate records.
- Educated staff on care plans and patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Athens, OH12.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing @ ITT Technical Institute
Warrensville Hts, OH03.2014
Prerequisite Program - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Warrensville Hts, OH04.2011
Skills
- IV insertion/removal
- IV fluids/antibiotic administration
- PCA setup/admin
- Phlebotomy
- Foley & straight catheterization
- Tracheostomy suction/care
- NG tube insertion/removal
- Medication & insulin administration
- Injection administration
- Wound care/packing
- Sterile and medical/surgical asepsis
- Chest tube care
- Splint application
- Suture removal
- EKG
- Telemetry
- Blood products
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Pregnancy & strep A screening
- Urinalysis
- Blood glucose testing
- Ear irrigation
- Spirometry testing
- Bucks traction
- Heparin drip administration
- Admission/discharge processes
- Patient/family education
- Monitoring intake/output
- Grooming assistance
- Postoperative care
- Oncology support
- Nephrology care
- Orthopedic support
- Observation-level monitoring
- COVID-19 experience
- Assist with cortisone injections
- Skin tag removal
- Toenail removal
- Pap smears
- Diet program support
- Cast application/removal
- Prepare procedure trays
- Electrical stimulation
- Body massage
- Blood draw/cultures
- Medical documentation
- EMR proficiency
- CPT/ICD-9 coding
- HIPAA & OSHA compliance
- Call-in medications
- Filing
- Stock/ordering supplies
Certification
- Registered Nurse, #417902, 10/31/27
- BLS, 01/06/27
- ACLS, 09/26/26
Degree
BSN, ASN, RN
Electronic Health Record Software
- Epic
- Meditec
- Cerna
Timeline
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Oncology / Renal / Observation
CarRev Staffing– MetroHealth Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Virtual Registered Nurse (Remote Nursing) – PCU / Med-Surg / Telemetry
Hicuity Health Virtual Nursing
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele / Oncology / Neuro / Nephrology
Lancesoft Staffing / Cleveland Clinic
05.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele
Krucial Staffing / Mobile Infusion
02.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse – PCU / Med-Surg / Tele
Snapnurse Staffing / Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg / Tele
Krucial Staffing / Cedar Crest Hospital
10.2020 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse – Med-Surg / Tele
Ahuja Medical Center
08.2015 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ohio University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Breckinridge School of Nursing @ ITT Technical Institute
Prerequisite Program - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College