Rebecca Smith, MSN, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practiitioner
Edgewood,NM
Summary
Experienced School Nurse and Family Nurse Practitioner with strong clinical skills and focus on adolescent care and coordination. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering measurable outcomes in fast-paced environments. Expertise in health assessments, emergency response, and patient education, combined with compassionate approach and strong communication abilities. Reliable and flexible, consistently meeting high standards to enhance overall student wellness.
Overview
2
2
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Alice King Community School
Albuquerque, NM
07.2020 - Current
- Developing and managing treatment plans for students with chronic health conditions.
- Conduct health screenings to monitor student wellness and identify potential issues.
- Collaborate with student/family, outside providers and educators developing individualized health care plans.
- Educate students, staff, and parents on health-related topics and best practices.
- Manage emergency response protocols and coordinate care during medical emergencies.
- Maintain accurate health records in compliance with state regulations and school policies.
- Train support staff on first aid procedures and management of student health concerns.
- Support students with special needs, coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with interdisciplinary team.
- Manage immunization compliance within the school population to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.
- Assessed students' physical and emotional well-being during daily clinic visits, providing appropriate care or referrals as needed.
- Participate in development of school safety plans.
- Maintained emergency resources.
- Provided crisis intervention services during emergencies or critical incidents at school events or activities outside of normal hours when necessary.
- Promoted a healthy school environment through regular inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA/FERPA laws.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Medical Network
Albuquerque, NM And Surrounding Areas
08.2018 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care coordination.
- Manage chronic disease management programs, promoting patient education and self-management strategies.
- Implement evidence-based practices to improve clinical protocols and operational efficiency.
- Advocate for patients' healthcare access by navigating community resources.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to concerns.
- Advance cultural competence within the practice environment.
- Provide mental health support by assessing emotional well-being, offering counseling services, and referring patients to specialists when needed.
- Expand healthcare access by participating in community outreach programs targeting underserved populations.
School Nurse
Albuquerque Public Schools
Multiple School Locations
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Participate on Leadership Team for advancement of Nursing Services within educational settings.
- Collaborated with area schools for transition of student services.
- (See above, “Alice King Community School experience.”)
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Graceland University
Independence, MO08.2018
Skills
- Health Program development
- Individualized healthcare plans and medication administration
- Assessment and disease management
- Mental Health management and Crisis intervention
Affiliations
National Association of School Nurses
American Association of Nurse Practitioners
New Mexico School Nurse Association
New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Association
Certification
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certified
BLS/CPR/AED Certified
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Time with family
- Reading
- Working with my hands/fixing things
Timeline
School Nurse
Alice King Community School
07.2020 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
Matrix Medical Network
08.2018 - Current
School Nurse
Albuquerque Public Schools
08.2011 - 08.2018
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner
Graceland University