Shannon J. Smith, MS, RN
159 Indepenedence St. Rochester
Summary
Highly motivated clinical specialist with nearly 10 years of experience in clinical and academic medicine. Extensive knowledge of both medical & surgical healthcare environments. Skilled educator with expertise teaching clinical and technical concepts to practicing clinicians. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable performance and effective collaboration. Dedicated to consistently archiving outcome measures through innovative engagement with key stakeholders.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clincial Specialist
Axonics - Sacral Neuromodulation & Bulkamid
08.2023 - Current
- Streamlined workflow processes within clinical teams by implementing innovative technologies and best practices that resulted in improved efficiency and reduced error rates.
- Visited assigned accounts, identified, and trained clinical champions and established relationships with key decision makers.
- Enhanced clinical team performance by providing continuous training on new medical devices and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient care plans and ensure successful treatment outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with key opinion leaders in the industry, fostering collaboration and encouraging innovation within the field.
Assistant Nurse Manager
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and support for professional development opportunities.
- Developed departmental goals and objectives to improve satisfactory rating with patients.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall patient experience and satisfaction levels.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and administration, advocating for the needs of both parties to promote overall organizational success.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying up-to-date on industry best practices and incorporating them into daily operations as necessary.
Interim Nurse Manager
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
Level I-III RN
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 11.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Education
MS - Masters of Science in Nursing Education
University of Rochester
05.2022
BSN - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
State University of New York - Brockport
05.2017
Certification
- ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NIHSS National Institute of Health Stroke Scale
- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society
Timeline
Clincial Specialist
Axonics - Sacral Neuromodulation & Bulkamid
08.2023 - Current
Interim Nurse Manager
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2021
Assistant Nurse Manager
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
12.2020 - 05.2022
Level I-III RN
UR Medicine - Strong Memorial Hospital
07.2017 - 11.2020
MS - Masters of Science in Nursing Education
University of Rochester
BSN - Bachelors of Science in Nursing
State University of New York - Brockport
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