Rachel R. Smith, R.N.

2324 N.W. 45th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33214 954.555.5555 rachel@mymail.com

Licensed Registered Nurse

A nurse is compassion in scrubs.- Lexie Saige
Dedicated and Patient-Focused Registered Nursing Professional offering comprehensive experience within reputable hospital settings. Meticulous regard for detail and accuracy with strong follow-through and administrative skills. Maintain composure, and make decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. Interface seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, pharmacists, patients and visiting families. Resourceful in perceiving and resolving problems. Clear communicator, both written and oral. Without fail, projects a polished, positive and professional demeanor.

Recognized by Empire Hospital as Overall 2008 Brightest Star Employee!

Value Added Areas of Expertise Confidentiality Assurance Vital Signs Diagnosis/Treatment Care Infection Control Planning Direct Patient Care Records Control/Progress Charting/Patient Documentation Reports Medical Documentation IV Maintenance Biohazardous Disposal Physical Assessments OBRA/Regulatory Standards Admissions and Discharges Patient/Family Communication Select Comments about Rachel Smith Rachel takes that extra step to make sure her patients feel comfortableRachel demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and highest level of Quality Care.- R.L., Regional Vice President of Hospital Administration Without Nurse Smith, I am not sure my mother would have survived. She treated my mother as if she were hersunprecedented health care is what Nurse Smith deliveredthank you.Candice King, patient daughter Rachel exceeds expectationsmeticuloushighly regarded by peers as exceptional leader. -Select comments from 2009 Performance Appraisal Review

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse- Medical/Surgical/Orthopedic Floor 2000 to Present Empire Center Hospital, Delray Beach, FL Career Progression: Registered Nurse 2005- Present Patient Care Associate 2000-2005 Recruited to provide top notch medical care to those in need including, but not limited to post op patients, orthopedic (CPM Machine/Buck Traction), OBGYN, sickle cell, SWAT/wound care/V.A.C., and thyroid. Monitor vital signs, assess change in status, assist with central line placement, incisions and drainage, pass medications, provide personal care and change nonsterile dressings. Utilize assessment skills to identify changes in patient's status and

communicate observations to medical personnel. Apply direct skilled nursing procedures, including tube feedings, peripheral intravenous therapy, and venipunctures. Interact daily with a variety of personnel including physicians, radiology technologists, other medical staff and patients; directly assisted physicians in performing invasive and non-invasive procedures. Assist with all post-op exams. Provide direct nursing care to acutely ill patients on the medical-surgical unit. Recognized for exceptional level of care to critically ill medical and trauma patients. Play an integral role in reporting patient changes in condition and symptoms to physicians. Mentor up to six nursing students per year. Provided direct patient care for the Gyn-Oncology Unit serving women with cancer and related illnesses, assisted in chemotherapy care, performed catheterizations and wound care, administered medications, and monitored IV fluids. Page 2

Rachel R. Smith, R.N.

2324 N.W. 45th Ave Fort Lauderdale, FL 33214 954.555.5555 rachel@mymail.com

Certified Medical Associate 1990 to 1999 Dr. Andrew Lipshitz, Miami, FL Assisted medical personnel in the planning, evaluation, and delivery of patient care including inpatient care, outpatient care, emergency services, and disaster preparedness. Prepped patients for x-rays (measured and recorded FSAP, and lumbar lateral measurements), processed x-rays and prepared envelopes. Recorded doctor's initial and comparative examinations on cerpics cards. Performed initial assessments, charting, and ordering of lab work and/or x-rays as necessary. Maintained medical records, thorough and accurate in completion of reports and patient documentation. Daily Practices: Electrocardiogram Pulmonary Function Autoclaving Test X-rays Glucose/Lipid/Theoph Injections ylline Holter Monitors Microscopic Urine Phlebotomy/Urine/Cu Tests ltures

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, R.N. Program Acme Community College, Deerfield Beach, FL GPA: 4.0 2005

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/TRAINING
Nursing Practices Emergency Response Procedures Conflict and Resolution in Patient Care

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
# RNXXXXXXX, Licensed Registered Nurse, State of Florida CPR

AWARDS/RECOGNITION
2009 Brightest Star- Imperial Treatment to our patient and their families, Empire Center
Hospital

2008 Certificate of Appreciation- Fort Lauderdale, Stingrays for Outstanding Work in the Health Care Industry *One of twenty nurses selected in the district for this award. 2007 Shining Star- Empire Center Hospital

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Mentor- A Day as a Nurse Empire Center Hospital, Delray Beach, FL - Nurses' Week Volunteer Empire Center Hospital, Delray Beach, FL - Ground Breaking Ceremony Volunteer Empire Center Hospital Delray Beach, FL - Buddy Program/Clinical Coach

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
National Nursing Organization- NNO ABC County Nurse Association- ABCCNA Health Professionals of America- HPA