Rebecca Smith
Barboursville,WV
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
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cabell Huntington Hospital
11.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Precepted new hires.
- Team leader RN for team nursing assignments.
- Charge nurse for unit.
Registered Nurse , Med/Tele, Traveler
AYA
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and compassionate care.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care instructions.
- Managed complex medical conditions such as diabetes or heart failure using advanced clinical skills gained from continuing education courses.
- Managed Heparin drips, Lasix drips and Cardizem drips.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying changes in condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, minimizing adverse reactions or errors.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cabell Huntington Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Trained and Precepted new hire nurses.
- Charge nurse experience.
- Super User for unit.
Healthcare Administrator
Timberlake Camp
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Maintained up-to-date information in electronic medical records software.
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers concerning treatment plans for patients.
- Communicated with doctors, nurses, patients and other employees to identify and resolve healthcare needs.
- Triaged sick campers.
- Cared for sick campers while quarantined in the health center.
- Organized and stocked health center daily.
Director of Home Care RN
Sarah Care
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires, offering guidance and mentorship to help them acclimate quickly to their roles.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
P.A.I.S
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records with the WV title 19 waiver program.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by providing ongoing education regarding behavioral health best practices and current research findings.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists to adjust medication regimens, optimizing therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for behavioral health patients.
- Advocated for patient rights within the healthcare system by maintaining confidentiality standards, addressing ethical concerns when necessary.
- Coordinated closely with case managers to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the hospital setting.
- Attended IDT meetings to develop or review a clients IPP.
- Hired and supervised training of all LPN's.
- Administered daily meds to clients homes.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2008 - 05.2009
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Served as an effective liaison between physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and family members while coordinating optimal care planning efforts for each patient''s unique situation.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Managed the administration of medication effectively, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's School of Nursing / Marshall University
Huntington, WV05.2008
CNA - Nursing
Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH2004
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Intake and discharge
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Training staff
- Insulin medication assistance
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes management
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cabell Huntington Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse , Med/Tele, Traveler
AYA
01.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cabell Huntington Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2022
Healthcare Administrator
Timberlake Camp
06.2015 - 08.2015
Director of Home Care RN
Sarah Care
01.2011 - 04.2014
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
P.A.I.S
06.2010 - 01.2011
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
St. Mary's Hospital
05.2008 - 05.2009
Associate of Science - Nursing
St. Mary's School of Nursing / Marshall University
CNA - Nursing
Collins Career Center
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