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Kami Smythe

Fayetteville

Summary

Registered Nurse with a diverse background in pediatric inpatient, outpatient, and school settings. I have a passion for ensuring equitable, quality care for all individuals. My strengths include holistic patient care, collaboration, and patient education.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse-School Nurse

Springdale Public Schools
Springdale
08.2023 - Current
  • Medication Administration
  • Conduct health screenings including vision, hearing, and BMI.
  • Collaborate with families to address needs and connect them with resources and community services.
  • Serve as a preceptor for nursing students during clinical rotations.
  • Educate students and staff on health topics
  • Develop individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions.
  • Train staff on emergency response procedures.
  • Update immunization records to comply with requirements.

Registered Nurse-Surgery Specialty Nurse

Arkansas Children's Hospital
Little Rock, AR
02.2002 - 12.2011
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary providers for patient care and discharge planning.
  • Educated patients and families on post-operative care and discharge instructions.
  • Performed wound care, ostomy care, and gastrostomy tube changes.
  • Worked closely with general surgeons in hospital and clinic.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
05-2026

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Jefferson School of Nursing
Pine Bluff, AR
01-2002

Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness

University of Arkansas
Monticello, AR
08-2000

Skills

  • CPR Instructor
  • Clinical experience in surgery, pediatrics, and geriatrics
  • Compassion and empathy

Accomplishments

  • Developed plan and provided education on hands-only CPR to students.
  • Member of nursing team that received Outstanding Childhood Immunization Award.
  • Developed school cardiac response plan and led team in receiving Heart Safe School certification.

Timeline

Registered Nurse-School Nurse

Springdale Public Schools
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse-Surgery Specialty Nurse

Arkansas Children's Hospital
02.2002 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

University of Arkansas

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Jefferson School of Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness

University of Arkansas
Kami Smythe