Mckenna Smith
Donnellson,IA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Flight Nurse with extensive experience at Airevac Lifeteam, excelling in critical care and trauma nursing. Proven ability to manage airway and ventilator needs while demonstrating strong clinical judgment. Adept at multitasking in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through effective collaboration and communication with healthcare teams.
Healthcare professional prepared to deliver high-quality care in dynamic and challenging environments. Proven track record in providing critical care to patients during emergency medical flights, ensuring their safety and stability. Consistently recognized for collaborative efforts and adaptability in rapidly changing situations, showcasing exceptional clinical skills and attention to detail.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Flight Nurse
Airevac Lifeteam
02.2022 - Current
- Administer emergency medical care during air transport to ensure patient safety.
- Collaborate with flight crew to coordinate patient loading and unloading procedures.
- Monitor vital signs and assess patient condition throughout flight duration.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient information and care provided during flights.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare teams to relay critical information regarding patient status.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing, planning, and implementing appropriate medical interventions during emergency flights.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Great River Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Assessed and triaged patient conditions to prioritize care in high-pressure situations.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, discharge plans, and follow-up care.
- Monitored vital signs and recognized changes in patient status, escalating concerns as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Clinic Registered Nurse
Northeast Missouri Health Council
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Administered patient care, providing assessments and implementing treatment plans for diverse health conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and optimize patient care protocols and best practices.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medications, and preventive care strategies to enhance outcomes.
- Phone triage for family practice clinic with multiple physicians
- Assisted providers in getting medication prior authorization approved
Education
Nursing
Southeastern Community College
Keokuk, IA05-2014
Skills
- Airway management
- Critical care nursing
- Prehospital care
- Trauma nursing
- Ventilator management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Strong clinical judgment
Certification
- CFRN - Certified Flight Registered Nurse
- PHTLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Registered Flight Nurse
Airevac Lifeteam
02.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Great River Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
Clinic Registered Nurse
Northeast Missouri Health Council
01.2014 - 12.2016
Nursing
Southeastern Community College
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