Urshella Smit

• Provide comprehensive care for critically ill infants, children, adolescents, and adults in their homes following individualized care plans as prescribed by physicians
• Administer and monitor treatments and medication, including Total Parenteral Nutrition, IV medications, and nebulizer treatments, while strictly adhering to protocols to ensure patient safety
• Provide care for patient on ventilators, managing tracheostomy care, pulmonary needs, and tracheostomy replacements
• Conduct thorough assessments of patients's developmental milestones, physical health, and psychosocial well-being, adapting care plans as needed to promote optimal growth and development
• Educate and supported families in managing pediatric patients care, providing guidance on medical procedures, medication administration, and coping strategies for home care challenges
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting all interactions, interventions, and progress in accordance with regulatory standards and agency policies
• Demonstrated quick thinking and decisive action during emergencies to stabilize and provide immediate care to pediatric patients in crisis situations.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

• Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
• Demonstrated empathy towards patients'' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
• Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
• Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
• Safeguarded patient confidentiality by diligently maintaining HIPAA compliance in all documentation practices and communications with external providers.

• Maintained open lines of communication with parents, legal guardians, and healthcare providers involved in the care of pediatric patients during clinical rotations.
• Increased awareness of cultural competence in patient care by integrating diversity education into lesson plans and discussions.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
• Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
• Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changing priorities within fast-paced healthcare settings while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.

· Provided therapeutic communication and support to patients with various mental health diagnoses.

· Participated in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.

Assisted with group therapy sessions and crisis intervention.

• Contributed to efficient unit operations by maintaining accurate medical records, updating care plans, and documenting interventions.
• Promoted a safe and supportive environment for mothers, newborns, and families through effective communication and teamwork.
• Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients'' vital signs, fetal heart rates, and labor progress.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices in labor and delivery nursing care.
• Decreased incidence of postpartum hemorrhage with timely administration of medications and interventions as needed.
• Contributed to lower infection rates through diligent adherence to infection control protocols such as hand hygiene and equipment sterilization procedures.

• Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
• Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
• Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
• Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
• Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.