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
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
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
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
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