Robin Hart-Smith
Ruston,USA
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Nurse Practitioner in Internal Medicine with extensive experience excelling in patient assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to educate patients on disease management while demonstrating strong critical thinking and advanced clinical skills. Certified in ACLS and BLS, committed to delivering exceptional healthcare and fostering patient well-being.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Green Clinic
Ruston, Louisiana
11.2021 - Current
- Performed detailed patient assessments leading to personalized care plans.
- Conducted diagnostic tests and evaluated results for strategic treatment planning.
- Instructed patients on effective disease management and preventive techniques.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty care to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
SouthStar Urgent Care Clinics
Ruston, USA
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Offered telehealth consultations to provide accessible care for patients during COVID pandemic
- Analyzed patients' medical history and laboratory data to identify significant abnormalities.
- Triaged patients to prioritize urgent medical attention based on clinical needs.
- Assessed and diagnosed acute illnesses and injuries, such as sore throats, ear infections, colds, flu-like symptoms, lacerations, sprains, fractures and other medical conditions.
Family Nurse Practitioner,Quick Care Urgent Care
Green Clinic
Ruston, USA
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Reviewed lab results and imaging studies to make accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans.
- Prescribed medications based on patient needs and current clinical standards of care.
- Performed physical exams, ordering and evaluating lab tests as well as medications.
- Performed minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing skin lesions.
Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology/Walk-In Clinic
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe, LA
08.2015 - 07.2017
- Exam and treatment of patients of all ages at family Walk-in clinic
- Provided cardiac consults for patients in ED and inpatient at SFMC
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate cardiovascular health and identify concerns.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to coordinate patient treatment and follow-up care.
- Reviewed patient's medical history and laboratory data for abnormalities and completeness and delivered informed follow-up.
ER Staff RN/Charge RN
Lane Regional Medical Center
Zachary, Louisiana
05.2002 - 07.2015
- Monitored patient vital signs and communicated significant changes to medical staff for timely intervention.
- Administered medications and treatments to ensure patient adherence to physician prescriptions.
- Performed numerous diagnostic tests such as EKGs, blood draws, and catheterizations, according to established standards of practice.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
RN Charge Nurse Geri-Psych, Part-time
Golden Age Senior Care Hospital
Monroe, USA
11.2006 - 10.2010
- Delivered compassionate, respectful direct patient care, fostering a supportive environment.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses, ensuring optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create individualized treatment plans, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Dialysis Charge Nurse, Part-time
Fresenius Medical Care
Zachary, USA
04.2004 - 05.2006
- Supervised patient care and safety protocols during dialysis treatments.
- Trained nursing staff on best practices and equipment usage.
- Coordinated patient scheduling and treatment plans efficiently.
- Provided education to patients about dialysis processes and self-care techniques.
- Attached dialyzer and tubing to dialysis machines for use in hemodialysis treatment.
- Assisted in developing policies for infection control procedures.
Wound Care Registered Nurse
LA War Veterans Home
Jackson, USA
06.2001 - 05.2002
- Assessed and documented patient wound conditions daily.
- Administered prescribed wound care treatments and medications.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create individualized care plans.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
Baton Rouge, USA
02.1999 - 06.2001
- Administered dialysis treatments to patients following established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and lifestyle adjustments.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards in patient care practices.
Registered Nurse - LA Office of Mental Health
Outpatient Psychiatric facility
Lafayette, Louisiana
10.1994 - 05.1998
- Administered medications to patients in outpatient psychiatric settings.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Facilitated mandatory in-services for employees and performed their annual TB skin tests
ER Charge Nurse, Part-time
Ville Platte Medical Center
Ville Platte, USA
10.1994 - 05.1998
- Supervised nursing staff during emergency room shifts at Ville Platte Medical Center.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Provided direct patient care to emergency room patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
Travel Registered Nurse, PRN
American Nursing Services, Inc.
Shreveport, USA
10.1992 - 01.1995
- Developed individualized nursing care plans to address specific patient needs and improve health outcomes.
- Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
- Operated specialized equipment including ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps for individual patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
- Conducted health promotion and disease prevention activities within the community.
- Established and managed community flu shot clinics for local businesses, successfully administering vaccines to enhance community health.
ER Registered Nurse
Opelousas General Hospital
Opelousas, USA
01.1994 - 08.1994
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring timely response in fast-paced environment.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team to facilitate timely interventions.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support measures, stabilizing patients in life-threatening situations.
- Provided direct patient care in an emergency room setting including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring of patients.
ER Staff RN, Flight RN Air Rescue
Willis Knighton Medical Center
Shreveport, USA
09.1990 - 01.1994
- Delivered direct patient care in emergency room, including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring to optimize patient outcomes.
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures.
- Facilitated safe transport and comprehensive care for critically ill or injured patients, ensuring continuity of care.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced environment.
- Coordinated patient transfers between hospital departments and outside facilities to meet individual patient needs.
- Performed medical procedures such as intubation, EJ cannulation, needle decompression etc.
ER Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
E. A. Conway Memorial Hospital
Monroe, USA
12.1988 - 09.1990
- Responded quickly to life threatening situations by providing advanced cardiac life support measures.
- Assisted physicians with critical procedures including intubation, central line insertion, and chest tube placement to enhance patient outcomes.
- Provided comprehensive patient care in emergency room, including triage, assessment, stabilization, and monitoring to optimize patient management.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders to ensure patient safety and recovery.
- Assessed patient conditions in fast-paced emergency department.
CCU LPN, ICU/CCU/PCCU-RN
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe, LA
11.1983 - 03.1989
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and enhancing patient recovery.
- Assisted in patient assessments, accurately documenting vital signs to support clinical decision-making.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Passed critical skills tests in Pharmacology, Assessment, Ventilator Care, and Defibrillator to ensure high-quality patient care in ICU/CCU.
CCU Monitor Tech
St. Francis Medical Center
Monroe, LA
08.1982 - 12.1983
- Monitored patient vital signs and alarms continuously for safety.
- Assisted healthcare staff in responding to emergency situations promptly.
- Communicated effectively with medical personnel about patient conditions.
- Observed cardiac monitors for arrhythmias or other irregularities.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner program
University of Alabama Birmingham
08-2015
Bachelor of Science - Pre-nursing
University of Louisiana Monroe
05-2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University, Ruston
Ruston11-1988
Practical Nursing - Nursing program
Delta Ouachita Vo-Tech Institute
West Monroe, LA11-1983
Skills
- LA APRN license
- Family Nurse Practitioner certification
- Emergency Nurse Practitioner certification
- RN licenses in LA, AL
- ACLS provider 1987-2026
- BLS provider 1982-2026
- PALS certification, former
- Emergency Nursing certification 1992-2026
- DOT examiner certification 2017-2027
- ACLS instructor, former
- BLS instructor, former
- Community CPR First Aid & Safety instructor, former
- Nationally Registered EMT-Basic, former
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine
Green Clinic
11.2021 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care
SouthStar Urgent Care Clinics
11.2019 - 09.2021
Family Nurse Practitioner,Quick Care Urgent Care
Green Clinic
07.2017 - 11.2019
Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology/Walk-In Clinic
St. Francis Medical Center
08.2015 - 07.2017
RN Charge Nurse Geri-Psych, Part-time
Golden Age Senior Care Hospital
11.2006 - 10.2010
Dialysis Charge Nurse, Part-time
Fresenius Medical Care
04.2004 - 05.2006
ER Staff RN/Charge RN
Lane Regional Medical Center
05.2002 - 07.2015
Wound Care Registered Nurse
LA War Veterans Home
06.2001 - 05.2002
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care
02.1999 - 06.2001
Registered Nurse - LA Office of Mental Health
Outpatient Psychiatric facility
10.1994 - 05.1998
ER Charge Nurse, Part-time
Ville Platte Medical Center
10.1994 - 05.1998
ER Registered Nurse
Opelousas General Hospital
01.1994 - 08.1994
Travel Registered Nurse, PRN
American Nursing Services, Inc.
10.1992 - 01.1995
ER Staff RN, Flight RN Air Rescue
Willis Knighton Medical Center
09.1990 - 01.1994
ER Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse
E. A. Conway Memorial Hospital
12.1988 - 09.1990
CCU LPN, ICU/CCU/PCCU-RN
St. Francis Medical Center
11.1983 - 03.1989
CCU Monitor Tech
St. Francis Medical Center
08.1982 - 12.1983
Master of Science - Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner program
University of Alabama Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Pre-nursing
University of Louisiana Monroe
Associate of Science - Nursing
Louisiana Tech University, Ruston
Practical Nursing - Nursing program
Delta Ouachita Vo-Tech Institute