Honor Society® member
Erikka Smith
Surgical Intensive Care Unit Nurse at Methodist Health Care System
- University of Texas at El Paso
- Nursing/ Medicine
- Class of 2015
- Nolanville, Texas
Member since December 2014
About
My goal in life is to be a servant of others. I believe that God has given me the ability to obtain an education that provides me with the skills necessary to help bring those that are ill to a state of better health. I believe that as a nurse it is my duty to advocate for those that are unable to do so independently, and to teach those capable of caring for themselves the knowledge to help them maintain their autonomy with confidence.
Education
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University of Texas El Paso
MSN
2015 – 2017
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University of Texas El Paso
BSN
2014 – 2015
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Galen College of Nursing
ADN
2013 – 2014
Honors and awards
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Certificate of Achievement
For exceptional contribution to the 3 BCT, 1 CD Embedded Behavioral Health Team, Fort Hood, TX.
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Who's Who Among Students in Colleges & Universities
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The Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement
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Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honors Society
Goals and interests
- Career goal
My desire is to continue with my nursing education in order to learn the appropriate skills to one day to gain my doctorate. I currently work as a registered nurse in the float pool. I plan to join the United States Air Force as a Commissioned Officer with my BSN and become a flight nurse. During my time in the United States military I would like to continue my education while serving my country.
- Graduate school interests
Although I have been actively researching various graduate schools in order to continue my education, I have not yet solidified my decision on which school I plan to attend. I have had a wonderful experience at the University of Texas El Paso and would love to continue my education with them in the future.
- Outside the classroom
I have always enjoyed school. Although most would not consider studying something to be enjoyed, it has always brought me great pleasure and relaxation. I also enjoy singing, reading, learning new languages, boating, riding my motorcycle, and learning new marksmanship with various weapons. I take great pleasure spending time with my 5 children and my husband when I am not working.
Experience
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Surgical Intensive Care Unit Nurse
Methodist Health Care System
Aug 2015 – Jul 2017
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Registerd Staff Nurse
Baylor Scott & White Heatlh
Nov 2014 – Nov 2015
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Psychiatric Nurse
Department of Defense (Fort Hood)
Apr 2014 – Oct 2014
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Staff Nurse
Central Texas Veterans Health Systems
Jul 2013 – Nov 2013
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Family Medicine Nurse
Tripler Army Medical Center
Aug 2012 – Jun 2014
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Float Pool Nurse
Scott & White Memorial Hospital
Jul 2009 – Mar 2011
Volunteering
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Registered Nurse Disaster Volunteer
American Red Cross
Nov 2014 – Present
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Refuge Coporation Volunteer
Refuge Coporation
Jul 2009 – Present
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
- Spanish Fluent
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