Sheronda Smith
Dickinson,Texas
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
NURSE CLINICIAN IV -Endoscopy
UTMB
12.2021 - Current
- Charge Nurse, manage daily cases and RN's and Techs, responsible for pre op/intra-op/post op patients, collect laboratory samples, prepare medications and equipment, collaborate with physicians and health care team, maintain knowledge of procedures/equipment, assign weekly schedule for nurses.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions using data-driven approaches that allowed for continuous improvements in patient care.
- Led initiatives focused on improving workplace culture by fostering teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect among nursing staff members.
- Conducted research projects to identify best practices in nursing care delivery, contributing to the advancement of the profession.
- Streamlined nursing processes to increase efficiency and improve patient experience during hospitalization.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
NURSE CLINICIAN III -Med/Surg and Oncology
TDCJ/UTMB Galveston
05.2016 - 12.2021
- Performed Charge Nurse duties, managed clinical and support staff, responsible for discharge planning, collected laboratory samples, provided patient care, performed assessments, collaborated with physicians, served as mentor and coach.
- Championed ongoing professional development opportunities for members of nursing team, fostering a shared commitment to excellence in clinical practice.
- Evaluated effectiveness of implemented interventions using data-driven approaches that allowed for continuous improvements in patient care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, offering emotional support to their families during difficult times.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to accurately diagnose patient conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine fall audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
PPC II-BED PLACEMENT
UTMB
05.2016 - 01.2013
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN II
UTMB
06.1997 - 01.2013
Education
MSN -
University of Texas at El Paso
05.2021
BSN -
University of Texas at El Paso
06.2018
ADN -
College of the Mainland
05.2016
AAS -
Houston Community College
05.2011
Skills
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Physical Assessment
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time Management
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Documentation
- Care Coordination
- Intravenous therapy
- Safety Protocols
- Infection Control
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- CVRN
Leadership Experience
- Shared Governance
- ANA
Personal Information
Title: RN, MSN
Timeline
NURSE CLINICIAN IV -Endoscopy
UTMB
12.2021 - Current
NURSE CLINICIAN III -Med/Surg and Oncology
TDCJ/UTMB Galveston
05.2016 - 12.2021
PPC II-BED PLACEMENT
UTMB
05.2016 - 01.2013
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN II
UTMB
06.1997 - 01.2013
BSN -
University of Texas at El Paso
ADN -
College of the Mainland
AAS -
Houston Community College
- BLS
- ACLS
- CVRN
MSN -
University of Texas at El Paso
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