Carol Smith
@carolsmith1
Experienced healthcare professional with over 30 years in nursing.
What I'm looking for
With over 30 years of dedicated experience in healthcare, I am a Certified Case Manager and Registered Nurse specializing in acute rehabilitation. My journey began as a patient care technician, where I developed a strong foundation in patient care, leading to my role as a Registered Nurse at Penn Medicine. Here, I honed my skills in managing complex cases, focusing on both the medical and emotional needs of patients and their families.
Throughout my career, I have taken on various responsibilities, including utilization review, discharge planning, and leading interdisciplinary teams. My role at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital involved caring for 10-15 medically complex patients, ensuring they receive the highest quality of care. I am passionate about improving patient outcomes and advocating for their needs, making me a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Certified Nurse Case Manager
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sarasota
Dec 2005 - Nov 2024 (18 years 11 months)
Responsible for managing 10-15 medically complex acute rehabilitation patients and their families. Duties included utilization review, discharge planning, and providing social services. Led an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
HCA Florida Blake Medical Center
Jan 2000 - Sep 2010 (10 years 8 months)
Worked on the acute rehabilitation unit performing bedside nursing, charge nurse functions, and precepting new nurses. Provided high-quality patient care and supported nursing staff development.
Registered Nurse
Penn Medicine/Lancaster General Hospital
Jan 2000 - Sep 2010 (10 years 8 months)
Initially worked as a patient care technician before being hired as a registered nurse on an infectious disease/gastrointestinal unit. Responsibilities included bedside nursing, charge nurse duties, and mentoring new nurses.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lancaster Institute for Health
2017 - 2024
Temple University
Master of Social Work, Social Work
1991 - 1993
State University of New York at New Paltz
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
1987 - 1991
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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