Natalie Smith
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Scottsdale Medical Imaging LTD.
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Assisted with procedural sedation for patients undergoing MRI.
- Triaged patients suffering from various medical emergencies while on site.
- Triaged patients via telephone.
Triage Nurse
Cardiovascular Associates Of Mesa
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Also employed for this company from July 2011- July 2012
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Performed additional clinic and non-triage nurse duties such as instructing patients in general and specific medical care and health issues and administering or dispensing medication and injections.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assisted with various outpatient cardiac procedures
- Recovered patients from procedural sedation.
Staff Nurse
Chandler Regional Medical Center
04.2008 - 11.2013
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Worked in various units throughout the hospital including, PREOP and PACU, Cardiovascular Telemetry and Medical surgical oncology.
Education
Bachelor of Science - RN To BSN
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chandler Gilbert Community College
Gilbert, AZ05.2008
Skills
- Patient Medical Histories
- Medical Triage
- Patient and Caregiver Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Appointment Scheduling
- Prescription Refills
- Standards Administration
- Exemplary Communication Skills
- Safety Procedures and Measures
- Answering Questions
- Emergency Response
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Nursing Process
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Update Electronic Charts
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Understanding of Medical Terms
- Diet and Nutrition
- Monitor Vital Signs
- Delegation and Motivation
- Electronic Health Records Systems
Certification
BLS certified
Timeline
Triage Nurse
Cardiovascular Associates Of Mesa
03.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Scottsdale Medical Imaging LTD.
02.2014 - 07.2017
Staff Nurse
Chandler Regional Medical Center
04.2008 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Science - RN To BSN
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Chandler Gilbert Community College
BLS certified
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