Stone Schmitt
Southgate,MI
Summary
Highly motivated and clinically experienced Registered Nurse specializing in high-acuity neurosurgical intensive care. Skilled in the assessment and management of critically ill patients requiring complex neurological monitoring, mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic support, and titration of vasoactive and sedative medications. Demonstrated leadership through charge nurse and preceptor roles, with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional development. Seeking doctoral-level advanced practice education to further develop clinical expertise, leadership, and the ability to provide safe, comprehensive, patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgical Critical Care Unit
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
11.2025 - Current
- Provide high-acuity, evidence-based care for critically ill adult patients with complex conditions, including brain tumors, stroke, neurostorming, oral free flaps, and traumatic brain injuries.
- Conducted thorough assessments, modified vasoactive, sedative, and paralytic drips, operated mechanical ventilation, and executed emergency interventions to stabilize critically ill patients.
- Ensured expertise in administering continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) for patient care.
- Collaborated with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans that addressed complex patient needs.
- Monitor critical care equipment and devices, including arterial lines, central venous pressure, external ventricular drains (EVD), and intraparenchymal monitors.
- Interpreted diagnostic data to inform treatment decisions and enhance patient outcomes.
- Administer moderate sedation and monitor vital signs during bedside procedures such as tracheostomy, EVD placement, and intraparenchymal monitor placement.
Adjunct Faculty - Clinical Instructor
Monroe County Community College
Monroe, Michigan
08.2026 - Current
- Guided students in patient communication, professionalism, and ethical care practices.
- Modeled medication administration, vital signs, and basic assessment techniques.
- Coordinated clinical experiences with faculty, site staff, and healthcare preceptors.
- Evaluated student performance using clinical checklists, rubrics, and faculty guidelines.
- Documented student progress and clinical observations for Monroe County Community College records.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open dialogue among students.
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Corewell Health
Dearborn, Michigan
05.2024 - 11.2025
- Supported care for critically ill adult patients with complex conditions including sepsis, ARDS, renal failure, and multi-organ dysfunction.
- Completed assessments, adjusted vasoactive, sedative, and paralytic infusions, managed mechanical ventilation, and responded to urgent needs.
- Monitored arterial lines, central venous pressure, and BIS data, then reviewed diagnostic results to guide treatment decisions.
- Developed proficiency in target temperature management post-cardiac arrest and continuous renal replacement therapy (CRRT) to enhance patient recovery.
- Worked with physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians to carry out individualized care plans.
- Led nursing staff and managed patient care as Charge Nurse, coordinating unit operations, patient assignments, staffing needs, admissions, transfers, and interdisciplinary communication to ensure efficient care delivery.
- Mentored newly hired nurses and students through clinical procedures as a preceptor, providing clinical instruction, guidance, and performance feedback to support professional development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Rochester, MI12-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Monroe County Community College
Monroe, MI05-2024
High School Diploma -
Anderson High School
Southgate, MI06-2017
Skills
- Critical Care Nursing
- Mechanical Ventilation Management
- Advanced Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Infusion titration
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
- Intracranial Pressure Monitoring
- External Ventricular Drain Management
- Arterial Line Management
- Neurological & Neurovascular Assessment
- Patient assessment
- Early sepsis recognition
- ICU delirium prevention
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Certification
- Registered Nurse License - Michigan (4704415373) - Exp. 05/30/2028
- Registered Nurse License - Ohio (561500) - Exp. 08/25/2028
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty - Clinical Instructor
Monroe County Community College
08.2026 - Current
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgical Critical Care Unit
Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Corewell Health
05.2024 - 11.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Oakland University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Monroe County Community College
High School Diploma -
Anderson High School