MARY JOY SMITH
Galveston,TX
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nurse Leader with a proven track record at Texas Health Resources, excelling in quality improvement and team coordination. Recognized for enhancing patient care through evidence-based practices and fostering strong relationships. Adept at managing complex problem-solving and leading nursing staff to achieve optimal outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Visiting Clinical Instructor
Chamberlain University
Houston, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Evaluated student progress by assessing clinical skills through direct observation in patient care encounters.
- Encouraged active participation among all participants during group sessions.
- Supervised residents during their rotations at various hospitals or clinics.
- Monitored student attendance records and grades throughout the academic year.
- Assessed student performance and provided individualized feedback to facilitate learning.
- Directed students by assigning tasks within clinical setting.
- Provided encouragement for coping with pressures of clinical environment.
- Evaluated and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Clinical Outcomes Specialist
MD Anderson
Houston, TX
07.2018 - Current
- Implemented strategies to improve performance, accuracy, and quality.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to build relationships with clients.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams on projects and initiatives.
- Utilized tools to analyze data and recommend solutions.
- Coordinate patient care with multidisciplinary team.
- Safety Hero of the Year Team Award 2023
- Opportunity to Lead Educational Program for Students through UTH Leads and University collaboration with UT Houston outreach program for students.
- Selected as one of 24 participants across 6 schools for a Leadership Fellowship sponsored by the UT Health President's office.
- Connected with 5 executives and leaders from across the health industry to identify principles of leadership to increase impact.
- Engaged in a series of 6 training sessions over the course of a year covering topics including conflict, influence, building trust, purpose-driven leadership, and servant leadership.
- Personally interviewed executive leaders and summarized key learnings to apply to my own leadership style.
- Applied tools and resources to improve interactions with colleagues in the department, on committees, and in student organizations.
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Texas Health Resources
Stephenville, TX
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Cultivated relationships with local healthcare organizations for developing internship opportunities for students.
- Advised students on career development issues such as resume writing and job search techniques.
- Served as a role model for ethical behavior in the professional practice of nursing.
- Fostered an inclusive learning environment that respected diversity among learners.
- Established strong rapport with students for supporting professional development.
- Directed students by assigning tasks within clinical setting.
- Utilized hands-on instruction to guide trainees through complex care procedures.
- Maintained student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
Clinical Nurse Leader
Texas Health Resources
Cleburne, TX
08.2010 - 05.2018
- Advised senior management on clinical issues related to policy changes or new initiatives.
- Monitored trends in healthcare technology, equipment and supplies utilization, staffing levels and patient satisfaction scores.
- Facilitated collaborative interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
- Served as a liaison between administration and direct caregivers by responding promptly to inquiries regarding patient care matters.
- Conducted rounds on assigned units to evaluate patient care delivery system effectiveness.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines to improve the quality of patient care.
- Evaluated clinical programs for cost effectiveness while ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Performed risk assessments using root cause analysis techniques when problems arise in order to identify solutions quickly.
- Co-Authored Research Study Publication on Bedside Shift Report Decreasing Anxiety.
Charge Nurse
North Hills Hospital
North Richland Hills, TX
02.2005 - 07.2007
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently among staff members in order to ensure optimal workflow.
- Assisted in making nursing staff assignments based on patient acuity and competency of staff.
- Assisted new nurses during orientation process by providing guidance on processes and protocols.
- Served as role model and mentor for excellence in clinical practice and patient satisfaction.
- Demonstrated expertise in providing patient care, developing nursing plans and managing clinical staff.
- Trained and supervised nursing staff in proper patient care techniques.
Education
MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX01.2026
DNP Nurse Executive - Nurse Executive in Nursing Leadership Candidate
University of Texas At Arlington
Houston12.2025
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX, US12.2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) -
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, TX, US12.2010
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth12.1997
Skills
- Quality improvement
- Research utilization
- Nursing informatics
- Strong clinical judgment
- Team coordination
- Managing deadlines
- Staff supervision
- Complex problem-solving
- Nursing staff leadership
- Case management
- Data collection
- Emotional intelligence
- Relationship building
- Patient evaluation
- Emergency response
Certification
- BLS, Current
- CMSRN, Current
- CNL, Current
Awards
- Leadership Fellowship
- Sigma Theta Tau
Personal Information
Title: Nurse Leader
Timeline
Visiting Clinical Instructor
Chamberlain University
01.2022 - Current
Clinical Outcomes Specialist
MD Anderson
07.2018 - Current
Adjunct Clinical Instructor
Texas Health Resources
06.2016 - 05.2018
Clinical Nurse Leader
Texas Health Resources
08.2010 - 05.2018
Charge Nurse
North Hills Hospital
02.2005 - 07.2007
MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader
Texas Christian University
DNP Nurse Executive - Nurse Executive in Nursing Leadership Candidate
University of Texas At Arlington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Nursing
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) -
University of Texas at Arlington
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Nursing
Tarrant County College