Nicholas Smith
Palmyra
Summary
Experienced with critical patient care and emergency response in high-pressure environments. Utilizes patient assessment and monitoring to deliver optimal care. Knowledge of advanced life support and acute care protocols.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal, MO
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient progress and interventions accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families about treatment plans and health management strategies.
- Participated in continuous education initiatives to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
Senior Medical Scribe
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal, MO
11.2019 - 06.2025
- Documented patient encounters and clinical information in real-time, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize workflow and enhance patient care processes.
- Assisted in maintaining electronic health records, improving data retrieval efficiency for clinical teams.
- Reviewed and edited medical documentation for clarity, compliance, and regulatory standards.
- Trained new scribing staff on procedures, promoting consistency in documentation practices across departments.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced documentation errors and increased overall efficiency in patient care services.
- Reduced physician workload by taking on additional administrative tasks as needed, such as retrieving laboratory results and organizing patient files.
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal, MO
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Monitored cardiac rhythms using telemetry systems to ensure patient safety and timely interventions.
- Collaborated with medical staff to communicate critical patient data during emergencies.
- Assisted in training new technicians on equipment operation and monitoring protocols.
- Conducted routine equipment checks to maintain operational integrity and compliance standards.
- Developed enhanced monitoring practices, improving response times to arrhythmias and abnormalities.
- Improved patient care by accurately interpreting and reporting cardiac monitor readings.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive handover reports detailing any significant events or observations during monitoring periods.
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
Hannibal, MO
12.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted medical staff with patient assessments and monitoring vital signs.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during emergency procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the emergency room environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new staff on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during high-stress situations.
- Provided support during critical incidents or disasters as an integral part of the emergency response team, demonstrating adaptability in high-pressure situations.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
06-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hannibal LaGrange University
Hannibal, MO05-2025
National Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Marion County EMS
Hannibal, MO04-2018
High School Diploma -
Palmyra Senior High School
Palmyra, MO05-2011
Skills
- Electronic Health Record (epic, Sunrise)
- Telemetry monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Ventilator management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Healthcare team collaboration
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Patient care coordination
- Critical thinking skills
Additional Certifications
Registered Nurse
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
06.2025 - Current
Senior Medical Scribe
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
11.2019 - 06.2025
Emergency Room Patient Care Technician
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
12.2018 - 05.2019
Cardiac Monitor Technician
Hannibal Regional Healthcare System Inc
02.2018 - 07.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Hannibal LaGrange University
National Certification - Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)
Marion County EMS
High School Diploma -
Palmyra Senior High School