Courtney Samuels
Houston,Texas
Summary
Meticulous Student Nurse dedicated to contributing value to patient-focused team. Commended for superior performance in academic and clinical units. Collaborates with healthcare professionals to foster seamless care delivery. Detail-oriented vascular access specialist adept in IV management and basic life support. Proven ability to educate patients and maintain accurate records, ensuring safety and compliance in all procedures.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern/PCT
HCA Southeast
Houston, TX
07.2018 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care and support.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
- Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
ER/Assistant Lab Manager
East Houston Medical Center
Houston, Texas
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed daily laboratory operations and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Coordinated lab staff schedules to maintain efficient workflow and coverage.
- Facilitated communication between laboratory staff and medical teams for effective collaboration.
Vascular Access Specialist
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
Rochester, Minnesota
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with medical teams to ensure safe vascular access procedures.
- Educated patients on vascular access techniques and aftercare instructions.
- Documented patient information and procedural details in electronic health records.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial punctures, catheter insertion, and other related procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of all vascular access procedures performed.
Education
Associate Of Science (AS) - Nursing
Lone Star College
Houston, TX01-2027
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Psychology
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05-2010
Skills
- Vascular access procedures
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Pediatric basic trauma life support (PBTLS)
- Basic life support
- IV management
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nonviolent crisis intervention
Timeline
ER/Assistant Lab Manager
East Houston Medical Center
01.2023 - 09.2025
Vascular Access Specialist
Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN; St. Mary's Hospital Campus
12.2021 - 12.2022
Nurse Extern/PCT
HCA Southeast
07.2018 - Current
Associate Of Science (AS) - Nursing
Lone Star College
Bachelor Of Science (BS) - Psychology
Grambling State University