Rita Smith

• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
• Monitored primary care needs for patients to coordinate access to appropriate providers.
• Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
• Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions for diverse patient populations within various behavioral health settings such as acute psychiatric units, residential treatment facilities, group homes, and outpatient clinics.

• Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies, and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
• Facilitated smooth transitions of care for patients by effectively communicating with other healthcare providers.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

• Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
• Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
• Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

• Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.