BARBARA SUZIE SMITH
Fuquay-Varina,NC
Summary
Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with expertise in Pre/Post Surgical Services and Critical Care settings. Over 20 years of experience as an LPN, honing skills in diverse medical settings and treating a wide range of medical conditions. Capable of providing precise care for patients of all ages. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills to deliver the highest quality care. Committed to optimizing patient treatment and overall well-being through collaborative efforts.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
03.2024 - Current
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
Registered Nurse
Kent Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities in a 14-bed general medical intensive care unit.
- Completed ECCO program for new grad nurse residency program for intensive care nurses.
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities.
- Managed direct care of patients, conducted assessments, and documented care activities.
- Intervened and stabilized patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR, or advanced life support care.
- Managed quality care for heart failure, end-stage renal disease, and coronary artery disease patients.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
LPN/RN
ConnectRN Staffing Agency
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed catheters, treated bedsores, and changed dressings to provide high-quality medical care for patients.
- Administered medications for up to 30 patients according to facility policies and proper nursing practice.
- Tracked patients' responses to medications and vitals for treating clinicians.
- Assisted in care plan implementations, verification, and improvement.
LPN
Whidbey Health Primary Care Clinic
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.
- Assisted healthcare providers in the clinic with the setup and patient monitoring for different medical procedures.
- Assisted healthcare providers in the clinic with the setup and patient monitoring for different medical procedures
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
Sr LPN/LVN Team Lead
UC San Diego
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Worked in a high-volume multi-specialty clinic with Rheumatology, General Nephrology, Chronic Kidney Disease, Dermatology, Infectious Disease, Neurosurgery, and Allergy.
- Kept team on-task and promoted collaboration by smoothly handling internal and external complaints.
- Oversaw daily clinic operations, assisting the manager with staffing and clinic needs.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
LPN/LVN Community Health Program Representative Sr/Utilization
UC San Diego
01.2014 - 01.2014
- Provided insurance company with detailed clinical information when completing authorization and pre-certification processes.
LPN
Sentara Healthcare-Heart Failure Heart Transplant Clinic
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Cared for Advanced Heart Failure patients, including transplants, left ventricular assist device (LVAD), and Congestive Heart Failure.
- Obtained patient vital signs.
LPN Team Lead
Sentara Healthcare-Pediatric Clinic
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Improved patient care through collaboration with the healthcare team.
LVN Interventional Radiology, Clinical Coordinator
UC San Diego
01.2006 - 01.2010
LPN/LVN Clinical Coordinator
Sentara Healthcare
01.2001 - 01.2005
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH06.2024
Associates - Nursing, Nursing/General Education
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI08.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA08.2022
Skills
- Attention to Detail/Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Patient-focused care
- Patient safety
- EMR/EHR -EPIC, Centricity, Cerner, Point Click Care
- Titration and management of medications
- Perioperative nursing
- Chronic Disease Management
- Critical Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Acute Care Expertise
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Post-anesthesia care
- Preoperative nursing
Additional Information
- Registered Nurse North Carolina. License # 362778 Expiration: 07/31/2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) American Red Cross Expiration: 07/2026
- Basic Life Support (BLS) American Red Cross; Expiration 11/2024
Timeline
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kent Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2024
LPN/RN
ConnectRN Staffing Agency
01.2021 - 11.2022
LPN
Whidbey Health Primary Care Clinic
01.2017 - 01.2019
Sr LPN/LVN Team Lead
UC San Diego
01.2014 - 01.2017
LPN/LVN Community Health Program Representative Sr/Utilization
UC San Diego
01.2014 - 01.2014
LPN
Sentara Healthcare-Heart Failure Heart Transplant Clinic
01.2012 - 01.2014
LPN Team Lead
Sentara Healthcare-Pediatric Clinic
01.2010 - 01.2012
LVN Interventional Radiology, Clinical Coordinator
UC San Diego
01.2006 - 01.2010
LPN/LVN Clinical Coordinator
Sentara Healthcare
01.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Nursing
Southern New Hampshire University
Associates - Nursing, Nursing/General Education
Community College of Rhode Island
Associate of Science - Nursing
Skagit Valley College
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