HELLO, I'M
David Smith.
Registered Nurse. Entrepreneur. Hospital Corpsman.
David Smith.
A combination of experience, leadership, and effective communication from management and sales, duty and dedication from military service, compassion and attentiveness from nursing.
(202) 505.3645
About Me
MY BACKGROUND
Award-winning and accomplished Corpsman, Nurse, and Executive with over 20 years of combined multifaceted experience ensuring outstanding medical care of patients and clients, proven history of successful sales and account management, and exceptional team building and management of over 100 staff members.
Excels as a team player, while also an outside-the-box thinker. Capable of developing new, or improve existing, procedures that ensure safety standards are met, educate staff and patients about current or new health protocols, and streamline processes to be more effective, improving patient care, team dynamics, and a more positive work environment.
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Proven track record of exceptional patient care, functional inventory management, informative report creation, responsible budgeting, and delivering optimal recommendations to management for improved care and operational enhancement. Very flexible, open-minded, and able to adapt quickly to new industry trends, medical treatments, and different management styles.
Experience
WHERE I’VE WORKED
Sep 2022 - Present
Trusted Health
Oncology Nurse
Jun 2020 - Present
Continue To Serve
Founder & Board President
Oct 2017 - Present
Infinite Health
Owner, Integrative Health & Wellness Coach
Jul 2022 - Jan 2023
Mobile IV Medics
Registered Nurse
Nov 2007 - Dec 2020
U.S. Navy
Hospital Corpsman
Feb 2019 - Aug 2020
MedStar Georgetown University Hospital
Endoscopy, Registered Nurse
Aug 2016 - Oct 2017
University of Maryland Medical Center, Shock Trauma
Clinical Nurse, Multi-Trauma IMC
Jul 2013 - Dec 2016
National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center
Patient Care Technician, Special Clinical Studies Unit
Jan 2004 - Oct 2010
Grainger, 84 Lumber
Account Management/General Manager
Education
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
2014–2016
University of Maryland, School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
GPA: 3.5/4.0
2012–2014
Montgomery College, Silver Spring, MD
Parkland College, Champaign, IL
Associates of Science
GPA: 3.9/4.0
Dr. Harry Harden, Jr. Academic Excellence Medallion Recipient
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Member
2007–2008
U.S. Navy Hospital Corps School, Chicago, IL
Graduated with Honors
U.S. Navy Field Medical Training Battalion, Jacksonville, NC
Graduated with Honors
Certifications
2019
Certified Registered Yoga Teacher,
200 hr Yoga Teacher Trainer
Yoga Alliance, Arlington, VA
2018
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certification
12 Month Course
Institute for Integrative Nutrition, New York City, NY
Jan 1996 - Dec 2003
Pier One Imports, American Eagle, Gap, GameStop
Retail Store Management
Core Competencies
WHERE I THRIVE
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Health & Safety Standards
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Regulatory Compliance
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Risk Assessments & Mitigation
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Medical Aid & Assistance
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Patient Care & Safety
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Exceptional Customer Service
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Strategic Planning & Execution
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Reports Generation
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Operations Streamlining
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Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Creative Problem Resolution
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Performance Improvement
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Training & Leadership Development
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Relationship Building
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Website Management & Development
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Exceptional Interpersonal Skills
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Verbal/Written Communication
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Experienced Educator
Awards
WHERE I SHINE
Letter of Appreciation
Government of Washington, D.C., 2021
Mayor of Washington, D.C., Muriel Bowser, issued a letter of appreciation for the efforts of the nonprofit, Continue To Serve, in the aftermath of January 6th, 2021. Under my leadership, we organized over 350 veterans and civilians to walk through the streets, cleaning up the debris and destruction left behind by the violent insurrectionists that attacked the Capitol Building. Mayor Bowser acknowledged our efforts, covering over 2 square miles of downtown DC, removing over two truckloads of trash and debris, while at the same time, removing hundreds of fascist and racist stickers posted on street signs, walls, and local businesses.
Clinical Scholars Program Awardee
University of Maryland Medical Center, Shock Trauma, 2016
Awarded a scholarship for my last semester of nursing school for my scholastic and clinical performance, based on the recommendations of my professors. Granted an internship at UMMC, Shock Trauma on the Multi-Trauma IMC with a guaranteed paid position upon graduation.
Dr. Harry Harden, Jr. Student Academic Excellence Medallion
Montgomery College, 2014
Faculty, staff and administrators nominate students who have shown excellence inside and outside of the classroom for this prestigious award. Students must have earned a cumulative 3.5 or higher GPA; and demonstrated outstanding leadership/service on campus or in our external community.
National Institutes of Health Director's Award
National Institutes of Health, Clinical Center, 2014 & 2015
Two-time recipient of the Director's Award for my role with the Special Clinical Studies Unit during the patient care of Ebola patients during the Ebola Crisis.
Navy Unit Commendation Medal
United States Navy, 2011
Received for our battalion’s outstanding performance in Afghanistan.
Purple Heart
United States Navy, 2011
Received for injuries received in Afghanistan, while demonstrating utmost dedication and commitment to the mission.
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
United States Navy, 2012
For professional achievement in the superior performance of his duties while serving as the Headquarters and Service (H&S) Medical Department Lead Petty Officer. In a time of need and lack of personnel, junior Petty Officer Third Class (E4) David Smith filled the senior leadership role of a Chief Petty Officer (E7) and effectively managed and coordinated the medical care of over 750 Marines and Sailors during the 2-1/2 month work up to deploy to Afghanistan. Petty Officer Smith increased medical readiness of the entire battalion from 60% to over 99% medical readiness, ensuring all personnel could conduct appropriate military operations during an 8 month deployment for Operation Enduring Freedom. Petty Officer Smith's personal initiative and steadfast devotion to duty reflected credit upon him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal
United States Navy, 2010
For professional achievement in the superior performance of his duties while serving as Medical Department Head (MDR) for Navy Operational Support Center Decatur, Illinois. As MDR, he flawlessly managed the medical records and special cases for over 800 Navy reservists and 8 full time staff members, maintaining an exceptional 96% readiness rate. Additionally, he successfully identified, processed, and resolved numerous LOD and MRR cases, ensuring the effective and appropriate medical treatment of the sailor’s under his care. Petty Officer Smith's personal initiative and steadfast devotion to duty reflected credit upon him and were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.