Victoria Smith
Phoenix
Summary
Professional and experienced Registered Nurse with expertise in neuro/trauma PCU at Banner Thunderbird Medical Center. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and critical thinking. Skilled preceptor fostering new nurses and students, while committed to ongoing education in clinical management of high-acuity patients. Dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare outcomes. Looking to expand my nursing career in the continuing education of supporting and teaching students to become skilled nurses.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Serve as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Nurse Extern
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with supervising nurses to ensure quality care for all patients on the unit.
Pastry Chef
Industrial Grind Coffee
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Managed kitchen and bakery orders timely and efficiently, while guaranteeing quality customer satisfaction.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ04-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
La Jolla, CA02-2011
Baking And Pastry
Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA05-2009
Skills
- Neuro/trauma PCU/telemetry RN
- Preceptor to new nurses/externs, clinical nursing students
- Clinical management of high-acuity patients
- Continuing education courses
Accomplishments
IV Ultrasound Course
Hospital Acquired Pressure Injury/wound care clinic
NDNQI Skin Survey Hospital wide
Certification
Arizona State Board of Nursing
- Registered Nurse-License #293063
American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life support
NIHSS Stroke Certified
Banner Preceptor Course Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Nurse Extern
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
07.2022 - 07.2023
Pastry Chef
Industrial Grind Coffee
08.2016 - 02.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Paradise Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
National University
Baking And Pastry
Grossmont College
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