S. J. Smith
Lutz,FL
Summary
Compassionate Wound Care Nurse with practical experience in providing high-quality patient care, specializing in wound assessment, treatment, and management. Skilled in utilizing advanced wound care technologies and delivering personalized patient education. Proven ability to lead teams toward improved patient outcomes and satisfaction rates. Demonstrated success in fostering positive relationships with patients, family members, and other healthcare professionals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wound Care
Trinity Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Provided expert treatment for diverse and complicated wound cases including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related injuries.
- Performed thorough wound evaluations, including measurement and assessment of healing progress.
- Imparted knowledge to patients and their families about the proper ways to care for wounds, while also teaching them strategies for preventing new wounds.
- Utilized advanced wound care techniques, including the application of specialized dressings and management of wound vacuums, to facilitate healing processes while minimizing the risk of infection.
- Mentored new RNs to ensure adherence to best practices, hospital policies, and care standards.
Registered Nurse
Progressive Care
Trinity Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Applied critical thinking skills to promptly and accurately evaluate clinical scenarios.
- Demonstrated independent work and effective teamwork within a collaborative setting.
- Advocated for patients and implemented total patient care using a team nursing process.
- Evaluated patients, identified and resolved complications, and collaborated with critical care team for treatment coordination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
Pinellas Park, FL12-2023
Skills
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Complex Wound Care
- Patient Relations
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Education for patients, families, and staff
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- NIHHS Stroke
- Billing and Coding - July 2024
- Wound Care – Fall 2024
- Ostomy Management – Fall 2024
Accomplishments
- President’s Award for Educational Excellence – 2016
- Daisy Award Winner – 2022
- Nurse Residency Graduate – 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wound Care
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Progressive Care
03.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
St. Petersburg College
Similar Profiles
Bimuthi GaniarachchiBimuthi Ganiarachchi
Cashier at Wound CareCashier at Wound Care
Boshra AlsalamiBoshra Alsalami
Medical Assistant at Valley Wound CareMedical Assistant at Valley Wound Care
Rachel HunterRachel Hunter
Registered Nurse-Wound Care at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital-Wound Care CenterRegistered Nurse-Wound Care at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital-Wound Care Center