John D. Smith, III, III, ACNP-BC, CRNFA

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Mr. John D. Smith, III, III is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Gulfport, MS with special training and skill in diagnosing and treating a variety of acute but severe illnesses, sometimes over long periods. As an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, John D. Smith, III, III, ACNP-BC, CRNFA performs treatment for critically ill patients. Acute Care Nurse Practice is practiced in emergency rooms, urgent care centers, intensive care units, surgical units, and nursing homes. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Acute Care Nurse Practitioners include flu complications, broken bones, concussions, heart attacks, seizures, or shock. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Acute Care Nurse Practitioners include ordering and performing diagnostic tests, creating treatment plans, applying sutures and splinting broken bones, prescribing medication, monitoring treatments and medical equipment, referring patients to specialists, collaborating with specialists, and discharging patients.

Orthopedist

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  Level trauma 1 trained - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)

  University of South Alabama

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  Member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

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  Member of the Mississippi Association of Nurse Practitioners

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• Member of the National Institute of First Assisting