Kyle Smith, Rn, Cen
About Kyle Smith, Rn, Cen
Kyle Smith is a Clinical Manager with extensive experience in nursing and healthcare management. He has worked in various roles, including as an Emergency Room RN and Captain in the United States Army Reserve, and currently contributes to advancements in sepsis testing and blood collection accuracy at Magnolia Medical Technologies.
Work at Magnolia Medical Technologies
Kyle Smith serves as the Clinical Manager at Magnolia Medical Technologies, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on improving the accuracy of critical laboratory tests through innovative blood collection devices. He is involved in initiatives aimed at establishing new standards for sepsis testing accuracy, which contribute to antibiotic stewardship and enhance patient safety. His work supports the company's mission to reduce healthcare costs by improving diagnostic specimen quality.
Military Experience
Kyle Smith has been a Captain in the United States Army Reserve since 2014, serving at Fort Meade, MD. His military experience complements his clinical expertise, providing him with a unique perspective on healthcare delivery in both civilian and military settings. This role has allowed him to develop leadership skills and contribute to various healthcare initiatives within the military framework.
Previous Nursing Roles
Prior to his current position, Kyle Smith held several nursing roles that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Emergency Room RN at UM Upper Chesapeake Health from 2014 to 2020, where he gained extensive experience in acute care. He also served as a Registered Nurse at Leneer Data Assurance Solutions for eight months in 2018 and as a Travel Registered Nurse with MedPro Staffing from 2017 to 2018. Additionally, he completed a year-long externship as a Student Nurse at Christiana Care Health System from 2011 to 2012.
Education and Expertise
Kyle Smith earned his Bachelor of Science in Registered Nursing from the University of Delaware, completing his studies from 2009 to 2014. His education laid the foundation for his nursing career, equipping him with the necessary skills and knowledge. He has developed expertise in implementing innovative blood collection devices and has contributed to the clinical adoption of Steripath® across various healthcare settings, including academic institutions and military medical centers.
Contributions to Healthcare Standards
Kyle Smith has played a significant role in efforts to improve healthcare standards, particularly in the area of sepsis testing accuracy. He has been involved in initiatives that aim to drive antibiotic stewardship and enhance patient safety. His contributions extend to supporting the reduction of healthcare costs through improved diagnostic specimen quality, reflecting his commitment to advancing healthcare practices.