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Taylor Smith

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Knowledgeable registered nurse, highly trained in intensive care procedures and patient treatments. Competent in ventilator support, wound care and assisted feeding. Equipped to handle needs of critically ill patients and skilled in training junior staff in care standards and safety protocols. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

UF Health Jacksonville
04.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
  • Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
  • Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
  • Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
  • Served as an effective liaison between patients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication of relevant information.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations while fostering trust between medical staff and patients'' families.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.

Registered Nurse, Neurological

UF Health Jacksonville
07.2021 - 04.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based neurological nursing practices and protocols.
  • Improved recovery outcomes with the development and execution of individualized care plans for neurological patients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and ensure high-quality patient care.
  • Demonstrated expertise in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing necessary interventions for neurological patients.
  • Effectively prioritized tasks based on urgency levels during stressful situations or emergencies without compromising quality standards in patient care delivery outcomes achieved within designated timeframes consistently met across all cases handled at different stages along the continuum under supervision from seniors when required involved actively participating team discussions where needed contributing valuable inputs towards better decision-making processes overall growth organization as well personal career development goals set.
  • Increased staff efficiency by providing ongoing mentorship and training to new nurses, acting as a resource for questions or concerns about neurological nursing practices.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL
04.2021

Skills

  • Organ Donor Procedures
  • Respiratory Maintenance
  • Therapy Management
  • Compassionate Care
  • Hemodynamics Monitoring
  • Neurological Monitoring
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • ECG
  • Advanced Life Support
  • Endotracheal Intubation
  • Decision Making
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Medication Administration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Time Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • Ventilator Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Patient Education
  • Cultural Competence
  • Professionalism
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Seizure Management
  • Traumatic brain injury care
  • Neurological assessment
  • Student Precepting
  • Wound Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Medical Procedure Preparation
  • Training Staff

Certification

Florida RN License: 2021

Current on BLS/ACLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

UF Health Jacksonville
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Neurological

UF Health Jacksonville
07.2021 - 04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University

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