Mallory Smothers
Paragould,AR
Summary
Adaptable LPN with a background in long-term care nursing and psych looking to expand opportunities. Skilled in finding resources, communicating therapeutically, de-escalation, medication monitoring, and care planning with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to supporting complex resident needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Long-Term Care LPN
The Green House Cottages Of Belle Meade
Paragould, AR
01.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored resident reactions to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Administered other kinds of medications such as intravenous fluids, PEG feedings, etc.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess and document status of assigned patients, facilitating timely interventions.
- Took vital signs and communicated condition changes.
- Maintained detailed care notes in patient charts to support continuity of care.
- Supported residents with bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Delivered compassionate care at patients' bedsides to enhance comfort and support.
- Implemented infection control measures and maintained cleanliness in resident areas to promote health.
Psychiatric LPN
Senath South
Senath, MO
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Documented care activities, vitals, and treatment notes to ensure accurate patient records.
- Assessed psychiatric patients and documented mental status findings.
- Administered psychotropic medications and monitored side effects.
- Developed care plans with interdisciplinary behavioral health teams.
- De-escalated agitated patients using calm therapeutic communication.
- Updated behavioral health records with treatment progress to maintain continuity of care.
- Facilitated crisis interventions utilizing therapeutic techniques to enhance patient safety.
Transitional Care Coordinator LPN
LHC Group
Jonesboro, Arkansas
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Coordinated patient transitions from hospitals into LHC Group home health services.
- Communicated discharge plans with physicians, nurses, social workers, and case managers.
- Served as a liaison between hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living centers, and home health.
- Ordered all DME for patients transitioning to home health/hospice.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas L57404
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, Ar12-2015
Phlebotomy Technician -
Black River Technical College
Pocahontas, AR05-2013
Emergency Medical Technician -
Black River Technical College
Walnut Ridge, Ar05-2011
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
East Arkansas Community College
Wynne, ARSkills
- Flexible and adaptable
- Verbal communication
- Team building
- Therapeutic communication
- Patient care
- Care coordination
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse L57404
- Phlebotomist Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Psychiatric LPN
Senath South
05.2022 - 05.2023
Transitional Care Coordinator LPN
LHC Group
05.2016 - 08.2017
Long-Term Care LPN
The Green House Cottages Of Belle Meade
01.2016 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas L57404
Black River Technical College
Phlebotomy Technician -
Black River Technical College
Emergency Medical Technician -
Black River Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - General Education
East Arkansas Community College