Marjorie Smith
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years of expertise in nursing. Caring and attentive health care professional with demonstrated clinical leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Registered Nurse
SUNSET HOME HEALTH AGENCY
Cape Coral, FL
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, therapists and dieticians to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients.
- Initiated emergency interventions when necessary to stabilize a patient's condition by performing emergency Trach change or Ambu Bag resuscitation to provide respiratory support.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessments, treatments provided and changes in condition using electronic medical record systems.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
OREGON STATE HOSPITAL/PORLINK HEALTH AGENCY
Salem, OR
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team
- Developed collaborative safety plan with patient and family to prepare for discharge
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status, and current triggers
- Met patient needs by devising and coordinating highly tailored care plans for each individual.
Travel Nurse (Contract)
JOGAN HEALTH AGENCY
Portland, OR
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Utilized CDC Alert IIS system to triage and vaccinate patients
- Tested patients for common conditions and referred to other community resources based on specific needs
- Performed assessments for each individual case to determine best fit for materials and services
- Prepared and administered vaccine dosage based on manufacturer's instruction
- Adhered to infection-control policies and protocols to protect employees and patients.
Travel Registered Nurse
WOODLAND HEIGHTS HOSPITAL (KRUCIAL STAFFING)
Lufkin, TX
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Read physician orders and administered therapies, treatments, and medication
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records
- Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Travel Registered Nurse
UT HOSPITAL (KRUCIAL STAFFING)
Tyler, TX
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary personnel to create, implement, and manage patient care plans suiting individual needs and preferences
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
Emergent Hospice Nurse
TRUST BRIDGE HOSPICE
West Palm Beach, FL
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Utilized HCHB communication system to provide palliative care to hospice patients based on their terminal diagnoses
- Delivered physician ordered treatments and medications
- Reported complications related to the diseases process to the interdisciplinary team
- Monitored and recorded patient conditions, declining process, and medication side effects
- Educated patients and family on palliative care philosophy, end of life care symptoms and treatments.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
AVENTURA HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER
Aventura, FL
07.2009 - 08.2015
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement, and adapt individualized care plans
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects
- Developed collaborative safety plan with patient and family to prepare for discharge
- Provided daily emotional support and active listening to both patients and staff
- Created safe and supportive therapeutic environment to promote recovery.
Staff Med Surge Nurse
CLEVELAND CLINIC HOSPITAL
Naples, FL
01.2006 - 06.2009
- Provided expert level care to individuals with a wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet each patients' unique needs
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Strong Hearts Home Health
Boca Raton, FL
12.2023 - Current
- Assessed patient's physical, mental and emotional health by taking vital signs, observing skin condition, reviewing medical history and administering tests.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and families by listening to their concerns and addressing their needs.
- Administered medications in accordance with physician orders, monitored for effectiveness and reported any adverse reactions.
- Monitored patients' conditions during treatment or recovery periods to determine progress or need for modification of treatment plan.
- Performed diagnostic procedures such as venipunctures, immunizations and wound irrigations according to established protocols.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING SCIENCE
Dade Medical College
03.2012
LEGAL PRACTICAL NURSE - NURSING EDUCATION
Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology
12.2005
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication Administration
- Infection Control
- Critical Thinking
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Creative Problem-Solving
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Rehabilitation Assistance
Timeline
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Strong Hearts Home Health
12.2023 - Current
Pediatric Registered Nurse
SUNSET HOME HEALTH AGENCY
05.2022 - 11.2023
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
OREGON STATE HOSPITAL/PORLINK HEALTH AGENCY
07.2021 - 04.2022
Travel Nurse (Contract)
JOGAN HEALTH AGENCY
02.2021 - 06.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
WOODLAND HEIGHTS HOSPITAL (KRUCIAL STAFFING)
09.2020 - 12.2020
Travel Registered Nurse
UT HOSPITAL (KRUCIAL STAFFING)
03.2020 - 08.2020
Emergent Hospice Nurse
TRUST BRIDGE HOSPICE
09.2015 - 03.2020
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
AVENTURA HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER
07.2009 - 08.2015
Staff Med Surge Nurse
CLEVELAND CLINIC HOSPITAL
01.2006 - 06.2009
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE - NURSING SCIENCE
Dade Medical College
LEGAL PRACTICAL NURSE - NURSING EDUCATION
Lorenzo Walker Institute of Technology
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