Patrick Smith NP-C
Summary
I am a Nurse Practitioner with a background that includes over 10 years of healthcare experience, working as a Trauma Surgery NP since May of 2020 with Trauma and Acute Care Surgery at University of Colorado Hospital and North Colorado Medical Center. Previous to that I was an RN in emergency, acute care medicine, and post-surgical environments. Proficient in assisting the delivery of direct patient care in traumatic, acute medical/surgical, and intra operative care in settings serving primarily uninsured and low income patients. Extensive knowledge of trauma and acute care surgery, complex lacerations, fractures, trauma resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support. Skilled in the diagnosis and treatment of non-traumatic injuries including patients suffering from diseases such as asthma, hypertension, diabetes, strokes and COPD. Excellent reputation for patient service and superior clinical skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Banner Medical Group, Greeley Surgical Associates
08.2022 - Current
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- First Assist in trauma, acute general surgery and elective general surgery cases.
- First Assist with elective thoracic surgery as needed.
- Robotic Surgery experience
- Initial trauma response, resuscitation and stabilization.
- Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
- Manage ICU, PCU, floor inpatients day to day care.
Nurse Practitioner
AFC Urgent Care
10.2024 - Current
- Solo Provider for the Urgent Care during my shifts.
- Perform comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribe and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provide medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
Nurse Practitioner, Faculty Instructor, TACS
University Of Colorado Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2022
- Responsible for the Trauma and Acute Care Surgery consult service, responding to all trauma and acute care surgery consults.
- Managed ICU, step down, and floor level TACS patients.
- Proficient in procedures such as I&D washouts, foreign body removal, CVC line placements, A-line placement, chest tube placements, and Trauma resuscitation, assessment and planning.
- Precept new hires, APP fellows, and PA/NP students.
Nurse Practitioner, Faculty Instructor, COVID ICU
University Of Colorado
10.2021 - Current
- Managed the hourly care of acutely ill COVID patients in the ICU.
- Managed mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic drips, paralytics, and performed procedures as indicated.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Colorado Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2020
- Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, and Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Advanced skills: Monitoring and adjusting vasopressors and sedation, working with patients on mechanical ventilation, ultrasound IV placement
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Oversaw work of nursing students, technicians, and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UCHealth
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Per Diem, Staff and Charge RN
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Med/Surg PCU
University Of Colorado Hospital
10.2013 - 04.2015
- Provided direct complex post-surgical care to patients that were under the medical care of TACS, ENT, CT, and vascular surgery
Cardiac, Telemetry, and Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit to achieve optimal outcomes
- Management of external pacemakers, vasoactive drips, and sedation
- Post EP/Cath lab care
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to catch and address new concerns
Oncology Staff Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
04.2012 - 03.2013
- Managed care for post-operative patients from initial recovery through discharge
- Administration of chemotherapy
- Overall management of patients receiving chemotherapy
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to chemotherapy treatment
- Management of PleurX drains
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
Medway Country Manor
07.2011 - 05.2012
- Charge nurse for a 40 bed acute rehab unit
- During shift I was in charge of declaring patients that died in the entire 110 bed facility
- Assisted individuals with addressing disabilities and developing care plans
- Helped clients adapt to altered lifestyles while providing therapeutic environments for clients and families
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Samuel Merritt University
Oakland, CA04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
Standish, ME05.2011
Skills
- Surgical First Assist
- Dedicated to excellence and integrity
- Accomplished in Emergency and Acute Care Surgery/Medicine
- Observant and conscientious provider
- Humane, respectful, and culturally sensitive provider with strong interpersonal skills
- Trauma alert/activation management including FAST and real time interpretation of advanced imaging and labs
- Strong ability to resolve conflicts in a considerate manner
- Precepting medical students, APP students, and APP fellows
- Chest Tube placement and management
- IV insertion including deep venous, arterial lines, CVC, and ultrasound assisted IV placement
- Suturing of complex lacerations with appropriate nerve block
Certification
- Advanced Trauma and Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
References
Dr. Lisa Ferrigno, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery,(503) 475-3913, lisalouferrigno@yahoo.com
Dr. Paul Montero, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, (720) 848-2711, paul.montero@cuanschutz.edu
Brennen Griffin PA-C, TACS PA (910) 257-9091 james.griffin@uchealth.org
Erin Lennon PA-C, TACS PA (608) 345-4825 Erin.lennon@cuanschutz.edu
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
AFC Urgent Care
10.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Banner Medical Group, Greeley Surgical Associates
08.2022 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Faculty Instructor, COVID ICU
University Of Colorado
10.2021 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Faculty Instructor, TACS
University Of Colorado Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
UCHealth
04.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
University Of Colorado Hospital
04.2014 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse Med/Surg PCU
University Of Colorado Hospital
10.2013 - 04.2015
Cardiac, Telemetry, and Progressive Care Registered Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
03.2013 - 10.2013
Oncology Staff Nurse
Lawrence General Hospital
04.2012 - 03.2013
Registered Nurse Charge Nurse
Medway Country Manor
07.2011 - 05.2012
- Advanced Trauma and Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner
Samuel Merritt University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
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