Marifel Smith

Delivered high-quality nursing care focused on patients with wounds.

Assessed and evaluated wound conditions to determine necessary interventions.

Obtained cultures for comprehensive analysis of infections or complications.

Initiated nursing protocols for managing acute and traumatic wounds efficiently.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Provided education and counseling on wound care to patients and families.

Conducted assessments for rehabilitation services aimed at stroke, orthopedic procedures, and brain injuries.

• Managed post-operative care for orthopedic and cardiovascular patients, including effective wound drain management.
• Administered medications per established protocols while monitoring pain through timely assessments.
• Collaborated within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Promoted independence by encouraging safe self-care practices in daily activities.
• Educated patients regarding medical equipment utilization and home safety measures for better outcomes.
• Reported significant changes in patient conditions to registered nurses or physicians promptly.
• Maintained thorough documentation of vital signs, fluid levels, and other medical tests.

Coordinated patient care planning according to unique requirements.
Interviewed patients to document accurate medical histories.
Escorted patients to rooms after obtaining vital signs.
Administered injections and medications as required by treatment plans.
Inputted critical data into computer systems for record-keeping.
Clarified release instructions for patient comprehension with families.
Scheduled patient appointments effectively to streamline processes.
Inserted, monitored, and removed IVs for therapeutic interventions.

Executed manual and electronic data abstraction to enhance quality standards in Comprehensive Stroke Program.

• Created reports and analyses to meet regulatory reporting requirements.
• Collaborated with Stroke Team and operational staff to develop systems using comprehensive data insights.
• Analyzed clinical care through Electronic Medical Records to extract vital data for stroke patient reviews.
• Validated and abstracted data from multiple electronic records for accurate quality assessments.
• Contributed to Quality Improvement initiatives through detailed clinical analysis and reporting.
• Verified entry accuracy for Get with the Guidelines Database, upholding high data integrity.
• Performed quality control checks to ensure accuracy of database entries.

Developed personalized care plans informed by detailed patient assessments.
Conducted patient interviews to compile extensive medical histories.
Transported patients to designated areas after measuring vital signs.
Administered medications and injections while following strict protocols.
Maintained accurate records of patient data in electronic systems.
Delivered clear discharge instructions to patients and their families.
Coordinated appointment scheduling to enhance time management efficiency.
Executed IV insertions, monitoring, and removals as required.