Rhonda J. Smith

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Eligible to sit for NCLEX exam upon graduation

• Northern Light, Labor and Delivery/Postpartum, Bangor, ME, 02/01/23, 03/01/23, 48, Participated in vaginal delivery and applied and monitored fetal heart rate strip during deliveries., Observed and assisted with triage and emergent patients, documented strips, assessments, and vitals., Acted as an aid in patient education postpartum and collaborated with experienced nurse, lactation, and nursing support staff., Assisted in newborn nursery with head-to-toe assessment and observed car seat testing, hearing assessments, and circumcision.
• Northern Light, Grant 5, Bangor, ME, 01/01/23, 02/01/23, 72, Under direct supervision of a licensed RN, provided medications in all forms, set up and removed intravenous lines, provided patient education, as well as wound care., Performed head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, and assisted with care plans and interventions., Interpreted lab results under direct supervision of registered nurses to implement change in care plan.
• Maine Veteran's Home, Bangor, ME, 11/01/22, 12/01/22, 48, Provided care for activities of daily living including bathing, eating, patient requested care, toileting, and dressing per patient wishes. Maintained patient safety during ambulation and scheduled activities., Developed rapport and maintained professional relationships with families and patients in difficult times, often end of life care and during difficult diagnosis., Provided culturally competent care in all aspects to maximize patient care and everyday experiences.

• Downeast OB/GYN, Bangor, ME, Medical Secretary, 02/01/14, 10/01/17, 03/01/18, 09/01/22, Maintained current and accurate electronic medical records for patient safety and continuity of care., As New Patient Coordinator, registered new patients in electronic medical records system establishing foundation for care., Answered phone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to appropriate staff., Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying, and faxing documents.
• Northern Light Pediatrics, Bangor, ME, Medical Secretary, 09/01/06, 02/01/14, 10/01/17, 03/01/18, Maintained current and accurate electronic medical records for patient safety and continuity of care., As New Patient Coordinator, registered new patients in electronic medical records system establishing foundation for care., Answered phone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to appropriate staff., Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying, and faxing documents.

• Greater than 10 years working in a medical setting focused on quality patient centered care
• Able to manage difficult and stressful situations while maintaining composure and professionalism
• Strong communication, active listening, and problem solving skills derived from multiple years in the medical field
• Exceptional organizational, time management, and collaboration skills working in fast paced environment