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Robbin Samuelson

Fortuna,CA

Summary

Versatile Registered Nurse with over 16 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Emergency, Intensive, and Pediatric Intensive units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Frenuisus Medical Dialysis Center
Eureka, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
  • Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
  • Communicated effectively with physicians regarding patient status updates.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress, medications, treatments, laboratory results and other relevant information in electronic health records system.
  • Performed daily machine maintenance, including water testing and filter replacement.
  • Instructed patients on proper home care techniques following discharge from facility.
  • Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
  • Reviewed lab values prior to each dialysis treatment to ensure accuracy of data entered into the EMR system.

COVID Clinic/Urgent Care Registered Nurse

Open Door Community Health Centers
Eureka, CA
03.2020 - 03.2021
  • Followed PPE specifications and disposed of contaminated materials, following strict safety guidelines.
  • Developed training and ongoing development for paraprofessional staff to enhance COVID-19 protocols.
  • Facilitated medication management, monitoring for side effects.
  • Tracked nursing data for care provided to document progress and outcomes for established goals.
  • Initiated action to reduce or correct risk in response to emergent data visualized on assessment tools and clinical observation.
  • Assessed patient's condition to plan and implement patient care plans.

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator

Open Door Community Health Centers
Ferndale, CA
01.2016 - 04.2020
  • Educated team members, patients and family members on care plans, medication regimes and protocols.
  • Rotated on-call responsibilities with other clinical supervisors per established schedule to address 24/7 patient care needs.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Redwood Memorial Hospital
Fortuna, CA
07.2007 - 10.2014
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.

Registered Flight Nurse

CalOre Life Flight
Crescent City, CA
05.2010 - 09.2013
  • Delivered high level of care to each and every patient from initial contact until delivery to receiving hospital.
  • Evaluated patients throughout aircraft transports to trauma centers for treatment.
  • Performed lifesaving procedures in transit, which included CPR and endotracheal intubation.
  • Assessed patients immediately to determine best facilities for transport.
  • Adjusted therapies during transport to respond to changes in patient outcomes.
  • Participated in laboratory and clinical experiences to maintain competency and psychomotor skills.
  • Utilized nursing processes to deliver quality care to critically ill or injured patients aboard fixed-wing aircraft, rotor-wing aircraft and ground ambulances.

Laboratory Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
Eureka, CA
11.1989 - 05.2007
  • Obtained samples for testing following standard protocols.
  • Cleaned, maintained and calibrated laboratory and field equipment to ensure continuous accuracy and functionality.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents.
  • Monitored lab supplies and proactively replenished for convenience and availability.
  • Isolated, identified and prepared specimens for examination.
  • Implemented lab procedures to prevent errors and protect staff.
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.

Education

ADRN - Nursing

College of The Redwoods
Eureka
06.2007

Some College (No Degree) - Molecular Biology

Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA

Skills

  • Geriatric treatment knowledge
  • Diabetes management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Staff Development and Precepting
  • Unit administration
  • Medical screening
  • Patient monitoring
  • Newborn education
  • Hearing screenings
  • Gastrostomy tube care
  • Sterilization techniques mastery
  • Patient discharging
  • Resource Allocation
  • Disease management programs
  • IV and venipuncture certified
  • Life-sustaining machines
  • Critical care
  • ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care)
  • Infant CPR certified
  • OR and ER experience
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Seizure management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • VFC compliance
  • SBAR communication
  • Taking vitals
  • Intake and discharge
  • Family and patient support
  • Wound care specialist
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • BAC screening/drug screen collection
  • Patient Management
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Immunization skills
  • Direct and Indirect Patient Care
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • Register Nurse of California License - 2007 Number: 704851
  • CPR, BLS, ACLS, PALS, American Heart Association - Renewed 2023

Timeline

Dialysis Registered Nurse

Frenuisus Medical Dialysis Center
01.2023 - Current

COVID Clinic/Urgent Care Registered Nurse

Open Door Community Health Centers
03.2020 - 03.2021

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator

Open Door Community Health Centers
01.2016 - 04.2020

Registered Flight Nurse

CalOre Life Flight
05.2010 - 09.2013

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Redwood Memorial Hospital
07.2007 - 10.2014

Laboratory Assistant

St Joseph Hospital
11.1989 - 05.2007

ADRN - Nursing

College of The Redwoods

Some College (No Degree) - Molecular Biology

Humboldt State University

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