Michelle Smith RN, BSN
West Grove
Summary
Nursing professional with extensive clinical expertise and leadership skills, adept at updating charts and monitoring medications. Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care. Recognized for quality-driven approach and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Unionville Chadds Ford School District
Kennett Square
03.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored student health, identifying issues and coordinating care plans.
- Maintained accurate health records for students and staff compliance.
- Educated students on health topics and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Responded to medical emergencies, providing first aid and support as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Staff Nurse
Crozer Chester Medical Center
Upland
07.2006 - 08.2010
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics, and test results in electronic medical records.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
Staff RN
Lankenau Medical Center
Woodlyn
08.2004 - 08.2006
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals continuously.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff and interns.
- Performed wound care and maintained infection control protocols.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, ensuring patient safety.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions while ensuring accuracy in medication dosages administered.
- Monitored changes in patient condition and reported any significant findings to physicians or other healthcare professionals immediately.
- Served as preceptor for new nurses orienting them on proper procedures related to assessment techniques and documentation practices.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
04-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
Media, PA05-2004
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Health record maintenance
- Emergency response
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Infection control
- Patient monitoring
- Wound care
- Family education
- Diabetes management
- Pediatric nursing
- Community health
- Vaccine administration
- Specimen collection
- IV management
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Unionville Chadds Ford School District
03.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Crozer Chester Medical Center
07.2006 - 08.2010
Staff RN
Lankenau Medical Center
08.2004 - 08.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Delaware County Community College
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