Marie Smith
Bowie,MD
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, demonstrating expertise in HIPAA compliance and exceptional communication skills. Spearheaded initiatives improving patient outcomes through evidence-based care, contributing to successful JCAHO accreditation. Mentored nursing staff, enhancing clinical documentation and patient confidentiality practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Clinic
Department of Veteran Affairs, Fort Meade
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive patient care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients in various stages of illness or recovery.
- Collects and interprets health information.
- Initiates calls to veterans following health care visit to follow-up on veterans' status and to give advice as needed.
- Documents all encounters and recommendations accurately on appropriate forms.
- Teaches and counsels veterans in nutrition, immunizations, medications, case management, health promotion, and disease prevention.
- Assists veterans to develop skills to cope with present health problems such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma.
Registered Nurse
Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices for effective patient-centered care within an internal medicine setting.
- Adhered closely to physician direction and medication guidelines in administration of medications to patients.
- Applied advanced knowledge of disease processes to provide targeted care for patients with complex medical conditions.
Registered Nurse, Family Medicine
NorthTide Group LLC
11.2012 - 06.2015
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland of Nursing
Baltimore, MD05.1995
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient confidentiality
- Clinical Documentation
- Excellent Communication
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Clinic
Department of Veteran Affairs, Fort Meade
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fort Belvoir Community Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse, Internal Medicine
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
07.2015 - 12.2016
Registered Nurse, Family Medicine
NorthTide Group LLC
11.2012 - 06.2015
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Maryland of Nursing
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