Kadeshia Smith
Poplarville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, prioritization/delegation and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Care Coordinator
Bedford Care Center
10.2023 - Current
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation, providing constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Coordinated the resident admission and discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing stress for residents and families.
- Advocated for residents'' rights, promoting dignity and respect throughout interactions between staff members and residents.
- Tracked changes in residents' conditions closely using various assessment tools to update care plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop individualized care plans, optimizing residents'' quality of life.
- Facilitated communication among team members, fostering a collaborative work environment for optimal resident support.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and conducting regular audits.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of residents'' health status and timely intervention.
- Proactively addressed any potential conflicts among staff members or between staff and residents, fostering a positive work environment conducive to quality care.
- Assisted in the development of facility policies and procedures that adhered to state regulations while promoting quality care.
- Liaised with interdisciplinary teams such as nursing, therapy, nutritionists, social workers during case conferences discussing any adjustments needed for appropriate patient-centered care delivery.
Infection Preventionist
Bedford Care Center
10.2023 - Current
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Assisted with regulatory compliance efforts by conducting audits, addressing deficiencies, and providing guidance on necessary improvements related to infection control standards.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Enhanced patient safety through rigorous monitoring and evaluation of infection control measures.
- Supported quality improvement initiatives by analyzing data trends over time to identify areas for potential enhancements in infection prevention efforts.
MDS Coordinator
Bedford Care Center
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Complied with federal and state regulations for completion and coordination of RAI process.
- Assessed electronic medical record for required documentation to support MDS coding.
- Verified prompt and accurate completion of MDS activities for billing.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Completed minimum data set assessments with strong collaboration across business, provider and clinical disciplines.
- Trained staff in correct techniques for completing and signing MDS assessments.
- Participated in quality assurance reviews to verify accuracy and reliability of data.
CSRC Float Pool Nurse PRN
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked as a float pool nurse at Main Campus, Slidell Memorial, Northshore, Bay St. Louis Campus as needed according to census and staffing needs.
- Worked ER overflow, telemetry, and Med Surg as needed.
RN Supervisor
Bedford Care Center
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Initiated incident reports involving resident and/or staff.
- Assisted in review of clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs and ancillary staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Evaluates healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient to provide optimal care.
- Supervises, organizes and directs the work of Nurses and Nurse Aides in Long-Term Care Facility compliant with company policies, state, and federal laws and regulation
- Planning, organizing, and supervising multiple nursing units
- Makes rounds with physicians and conducts resident rounds daily
- Records and monitors residents’ conditions and communicates with physicians.
- Communicates with Staff Development Nurse and assists with orientation when requested
- Monitors and ensures proper use of equipment and supplies
- Monitors daily staffing; assigns nursing staff as needed for proper coverage
- Assists with employee accidents/injuries by providing assessment and treatment as indicated within the scope of Nursing License
- Uses documentation guidelines to provide charting that is timely, informative, and descriptive of care rendered or action taken
- Participates in Resident Assessment and Care Planning process
- Conducts complete resident assessment and nursing history / physical for new admits, sent to hospital, transfers, re-admits and discharges that occur
- Monitors and/or initiates IV Therapy and IV medication as ordered
- Conducts QA Assessments as assigned; informs DON of any problems or concerns
- Communicates with employee who receives call-ins for tardiness and absences; intervenes, manages and recommends to Director of Nursing appropriate action to improve tardiness / attendance problems
- Monitors and evaluates Quality of Care provided by agency staff; ensures compliance with facility policies
- Updated patient charts to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2022
- Monitor patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Equip patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Teaching patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Facilitating therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Administering medications and treatment to patients and monitoring responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Training new nurses on proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Accurately documenting all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
- Partnering with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05.2017
Poplarville Jr Sr High School
Poplarville, MS05.2012
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient care planning
- Charting and clinical documentation
- Patient and family advocacy
- Student precepting
- Nursing staff leadership/supervision
- Strong clinical judgment
- Initiate/assist chart audits
- Department leadership/nursing staff management
Certification
BLS
TB Certification
RAC-CT
Infection Preventionist Training
Timeline
Resident Care Coordinator
Bedford Care Center
10.2023 - Current
Infection Preventionist
Bedford Care Center
10.2023 - Current
MDS Coordinator
Bedford Care Center
05.2023 - 10.2023
CSRC Float Pool Nurse PRN
Ochsner Medical Center
01.2023 - 09.2023
RN Supervisor
Bedford Care Center
11.2022 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Forrest General Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Mississippi
Poplarville Jr Sr High School
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