Tameka Smith
Capitol Heights
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Inspire Rehabilitation & Health Center, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and compassionate care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction and outcomes. Proven ability to educate families and implement individualized care plans, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Inspire Rehabilitation & Health Center
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
DC Fire And EMS Department
10.2010 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Provided immediate medical attention to victims at emergency scenes, ensuring swift stabilization before hospital transport.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Demonstrated strong decision-making abilities in determining the most appropriate course of action for each unique situation encountered in the field.
- Increased patient comfort during transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
Children’s National
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered appropriate medications and treatments, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for improved patient health.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trinity Washington University
Washington, DC01-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Tracheostomy care
- EMR systems
- Diabetes management
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Inspire Rehabilitation & Health Center
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bridgepoint Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Children’s National
01.2020 - 12.2020
Firefighter/EMT-Basic
DC Fire And EMS Department
10.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trinity Washington University
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