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Rion Smith

Tacoma

Summary

Quick-thinking Critical Care Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience with a specialization in Emergency Medicine. Adept at providing immediate care and working closely with staff to ensure successful practices. Committed to best-in-class departmental communication, accurate triaging and advocating for patients to ensure the best possible outcome.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN, Emergency Department

St Anthony Hospital
06.2023 - Current


  • Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Participated in ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge of best practices for emergency nursing care.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.

CCT-RN

Olympic Ambulance
06.2023 - 10.2024
  • Provided nursing care to critically ill patients while in transport between hospitals
  • Assessed and evaluated patient's condition and responded appropriately to changes in the patient's status
  • Management of airway, vent, trouble shooting complications for an array of acute patients to ensure the best possible outcomes

Staff Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
07.2021 - 05.2023
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting
  • Administered medications and treatments
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments

Medical Volunteer

Ukraine Military
09.2022 - 11.2022
  • Transported patients from theater of operations to medical facilities in a safe manner
  • Assessed and treated patients with shock, trauma, amputations and burns
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations

Registered Nurse RN

Travel Nursing
11.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assisted with minor medical procedures such as suturing lacerations, splinting of fractures, administering injections, and performing EKGs
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Provided follow-up instructions to discharged patients regarding home care requirements or other necessary information related to their care plan

Registered Nurse

Denver Springs Hospital
07.2018 - 11.2019
  • Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients
  • Assisted with crisis intervention when needed
  • Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments to determine appropriate interventions
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans

Registered Nurse

Denver Health Hospitals
12.2013 - 02.2018
  • Level 1 Trauma Emergency Department
  • Epic Clinical documentation
  • TNCC/ACLS/PALS/BLS certified
  • ACLS/BLS instructor
  • TCCC instructor

Health Educator

Peace Corps Volunteer Peace Corps
08.2008 - 07.2010

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelors of Science, Computer Science

Denver College of Nursing
Denver, CO
12.2012

Skills

  • Team work
  • Adaptability
  • Trouble Shooting
  • Airway management
  • IV insertion
  • Patient stabilization
  • Diabetic emergencies
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail

Certification

ACLS, PALS, BLS, NIH, BSN-RN

LANGUAGES

German - Intermediate
Portuguese - Proficient
Russian - Intermediate
Spanish - Advanced

Timeline

RN, Emergency Department

St Anthony Hospital
06.2023 - Current

CCT-RN

Olympic Ambulance
06.2023 - 10.2024

Medical Volunteer

Ukraine Military
09.2022 - 11.2022

Staff Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
07.2021 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse RN

Travel Nursing
11.2019 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse

Denver Springs Hospital
07.2018 - 11.2019

Registered Nurse

Denver Health Hospitals
12.2013 - 02.2018

Health Educator

Peace Corps Volunteer Peace Corps
08.2008 - 07.2010

Bachelor of Nursing - Bachelors of Science, Computer Science

Denver College of Nursing

Hobbies and Interests

Film making, Photography, Special Effects and Prop Building, Languages

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