Kamisha Smith
White Hall
Summary
BSN Registered Nurse with strong clinical judgment, integrity, and a calm, steady presence in high-acuity healthcare settings. Diverse experience across NICU, same-day surgery (pre/post-op), acute care, behavioral health, geriatrics, and correctional health. Known for strong patient advocacy, adaptability, and consistent delivery of safe, efficient, patient-centered care. Recognized for building trust quickly, maintaining composure under pressure, and supporting strong team performance through reliability, professionalism, and clear communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Jefferson Regional Medical
Pine Bluff
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted in pre- and post-operative assessments and provided patient education on procedures.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure efficient workflow and patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care instructions and follow-up visits.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
06.2018 - Current
- Administered medications according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies and implemented appropriate interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted in the training and mentoring of new nursing staff members.
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
Little Rock
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Evaluated growth parameters such as weight gain, head circumference, length and height measurements according to established standards of care.
- Educated families on neonatal care and developmental needs of infants.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed by the physician.
Registered Nurse
Nurses Direct- Agency
Lafayette
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Delivered high-quality nursing care across behavioral health and long-term care settings under multiple contract assignments.
- In behavioral health: conducted patient assessments, administered medications, de-escalated crises, and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient safety and stabilization.
- In long-term care: managed chronic conditions, provided wound care, medication administration, and coordinated care plans to enhance residents' quality of life.
- Adapted quickly to new environments. policics, and patient populations while maintaining professional standards and compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Demonstrated flexibility and reliability, often stepping into critical staffing shortages to ensure safe patient-to-staff ratios.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, AR 08.2024 - 06.2025
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Arkansas State University-Three Rivers
Malvern, AR 01.2023 - 05.2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Baptist Health College
Little Rock, AR 07.2017 - 06.2018
Skills
- Clinical judgment and independent decision-making
- Patient care prioritization in high-acuity environments
- Interdisciplinary communication and care coordination
- Precepting and informal mentorship of peers/new staff/students
- Adaptability across diverse clinical settings (acute, specialty, PRN work)
- Policy adherence, documentation accuracy, and regulatory compliance
- IV Therapy
Accomplishments
- • National Student Nurse Association
• Baptist Health College Student Leader Mentor Program
• Baptist Health College Class of 2018 Vice President
• American Nursing Association
•Wellpath Lifesaver Award
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Same Day Surgery
Jefferson Regional Medical
12.2025 - Current
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2024 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Henderson State University
08.2024 - 06.2025
Associate of Applied Science in Nursing
Arkansas State University-Three Rivers
01.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Nurses Direct- Agency
06.2022 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Wellpath
06.2018 - Current
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Baptist Health College
07.2017 - 06.2018