Lucille J. Smith
Highland,Ny
Summary
Extremely well-rounded professional with several years of nursing leadership. Experience in diagnostic cardiology and cardiac catheterization lab, Coumadin clinic PACU, ICU, ER and PCU. Recognized by both peers and patients for providing outstanding care and compassion.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Program Director
The Fountains at Millbrook
Millbrook, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and care plans.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for the organization.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Interacted well with residents and families to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Fostered culture improvement, encouraging team feedback and ideas.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with staff and
- Developed individualized care plans enhancing patient outcomes.
- Implemented best practices to optimize workflow efficiencies across the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Monitored patient vitals, noting changes and communicating with healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting staff relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for the organization.
RN
Highland Central School District
Highland, New York
01.2023 - Current
- Provide daily care to adolescent students in the High School environment
Supervisor
Heart Center
Poughkeepsie, New York
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Provided day to day operations, performance, and evaluation of staffing with 20 staff members
- Supervised the Coumadin Clinic and Laboratory for Ulster, Dutchess, and Orange County
Heath Quest, INC
Kingston, New York
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Radiation and Oncology
- Provided compassionate care to patients receiving radiation therapy and chemotherapy
Health Alliance of the Hudson Valley
Kingston, New York
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Nurse leader for the Cardiology Diagnostic Services and Cardiac Catheterization Lab. Oversaw daily operations and staffing coordinator of monthly AICD clinic
Golden Hill Nursing and Rehab Center
Kingston, New York
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Nursing Supervisor per diem for 200+ bed long-term care facility
Benedictine Hospital
Kingston, New York
01.2000 - 01.2009
- PACU RN with relief charge nurse. Provided care to post-surgical patients
Benedictine Hospital
Kingston, New York
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Clinical coordinator for a 25-bed progressive step-down unit. Assisted the Director in daily operations and staffing. Provided relief coverage for ICU and ER patients
RN
Ulster Home Health Services
Kingston, New York
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Community Health Nurse/Case Manager for CHHA. Provided care to homebound patients Hospital Liaison to set up homecare services
Benedictine Hospital
Kingston, New York
01.1987 - 01.1995
- LPN for 4 years on PCU. Provide care for cardiac and ventilator patients
Education
AAS - Nursing
Ulster County Community College
01.1991
LPN - undefined
Ulster County BOCES
01.1987
Skills
- BCLS
- IV Therapy certified
- Infection Control Certificate
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Patient care planning
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
Certification
- RN; NEW YORK STATE
- Expires, July 2027
Timeline
RN Program Director
The Fountains at Millbrook
07.2025 - Current
RN
Highland Central School District
01.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Heart Center
01.2018 - 01.2022
Heath Quest, INC
01.2016 - 01.2018
Golden Hill Nursing and Rehab Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
Health Alliance of the Hudson Valley
01.2009 - 01.2016
Benedictine Hospital
01.2000 - 01.2009
Benedictine Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2000
RN
Ulster Home Health Services
01.1995 - 01.1998
Benedictine Hospital
01.1987 - 01.1995
LPN - undefined
Ulster County BOCES
AAS - Nursing
Ulster County Community College
Service Excellence Awards
Providing excellent care to patients