Hannah G. Smith
Education, Licensure, and Certification
BS Degree in Public Health, San Jose State University, Summer 2021
AS Degree in Health Science through Gavilan College, May 2008
Licensed Vocational nurse, Mission College AVN Program Jan 2017 #687993
Prior and Current Employment
Adjunct Faculty at SmithChason School of Nursing, Los Angeles, Jan 2024-Present This is a part time, weekend position. Develop curriculum and daily schedules. Organize plans for teaching skills labs and working with students at clinical sites. Train oncoming faculty. Run skills labs including an explanation and demonstration of nursing skills for VN students. Lead groups of students at clinical sites for the purpose of helping them learn, and to fulfill their required hours for graduation.
Adjunct Faculty at Stanbridge University, Irvine, July 2022-Jan 2024 Develop curriculum and daily schedules. Organize plans for teaching skills labs and working with students at clinical sites. Train oncoming faculty. Run skills labs including an explanation and demonstration of nursing skills for VN students. Lead groups of students at clinical sites for the purpose of helping them learn, and to fulfill their required hours for graduation.
Nurse at Care First Pediatrics, Los Gatos, July 2021-July 2022 Perform assessments for newborn and pediatric patients typically done for a well care check; basic head to toe, vision and hearing exams, Hgb checks etc. Administer routine vaccinations. Keep track of patient data in charting system and keep parents and doctors up to date on pertinent information.
LVN, Children's Recovery Center, Campbell July 2017 -Jan 2018 Perform nursing care for subacute pediatric patients. Care includes tracheostomy, NG and GT site placement and maintenance; medication administration, daily dressing changes, feedings and charting for all patients.
School Nurse, Ro Health, Burlingame January 2017-2019 Perform general nursing care of students as well as care for students receiving enteral nutrition, medication administration, basic health education and diabetes management.
Private Care Provider, In Home Health Supportive Services (IHSS), San Jose November 2012 – August 2016
Perform nursing care for patients with diagnoses affecting cognitive development including autism, history of brain trauma and cerebral palsy. Care included physical therapy, splinting, speech therapy, G-tube feedings, medication administration as prescribed by nurse and under parental supervision, personal hygiene, help with school work, and support of family relationships.
Prior Employment
Office Assistant, Moki Smith Professional Tree Care 2013-2016 Assist with customer relations via phone or email, prepare reports and bids, and assist with office organization and business tax preparation
Tutor at Gavilan College Writing Center, Gilroy 2009-2010 Assist college students with mastering writing skills and assist teachers with class discussions and activities.
Volunteer Work
Client Advocate/Student Representative Real Options Pregnancy Center San Jose 2012-2014 Collect client’s basic information and health history, administrate pregnancy tests and facilitate access to resources such as MediCal, adoptive services, donated maternity clothes and baby supplies as well as counseling options.
References
Larry Frazier- Former clinical supervisor at Stanbridge 714-***-****
Dr. Margaret de Villiers- Lead pediatrician at CareFirst Pediatrics 408-***-****
Debbie Hernandez - Parent of health care clients *******@*****.*** or 408-***-****
Aaron Allen - Clinical coordinator at SmithChason School of Nursing