JENNIFER SAMUELS
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with over 12 years at University Of Colorado Health, specializing in trauma and cardiac care. Proven expertise in critical thinking and trauma-informed care, actively enhancing patient outcomes through quality improvement initiatives and mentorship. Committed to patient advocacy and delivering comprehensive support in high-acuity settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Of Colorado Health
Colorado Springs, USA
11.2013 - Current
- Provided dedicated care in the observation unit, ensuring consistent monitoring of patients transitioning from ED.
- Accumulated over twelve years of experience at a Level One Trauma Center Emergency Department specializing in trauma, stroke and cardiac care for patients of all ages.
- Worked alongside physicians to swiftly evaluate patients and administer suitable treatments.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Lead Preceptor
- Executed audits on electronic medical records to include trauma case documentation.
- Instructed newly hired RNs in 'Trauma Essentials'.
Child Care Health Consultant
Junior Academy Children's Centers
Colorado Springs, USA
10.2011 - 06.2024
- Delivered health and wellness education during visits to child care centers.
- Certified employees to ensure competence in medication administration.
- Deliver specialized training to child care centers for managing children with diabetes, asthma, severe allergies and chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2010 - 10.2013
- Administered comprehensive support to patients on a high-acuity medical floor focused on neurological and pulmonary needs in addition to many other acutely ill patients.
- Lead Preceptor
- Stroke Champion
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Director/Assistant Director/Teacher
Junior Academy Small Wonders
Colorado Springs, USA
03.1998 - 04.2008
- Planned and executed developmentally suitable programs for children aged 12 months to 12 years.
- Managed comprehensive child care center operations encompassing family enrollment, personnel recruitment and development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Colorado State University
Pueblo, CO05.2009
Associate Degree - Child Development
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, COBachelor of Arts - International Studies
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CASkills
- Trauma-informed care
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Comprehensive stroke support
- Acute cardiac care management
- Care of Sick and Injured Children
- Mental health and substance abuse support
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification
- Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Of Colorado Health
11.2013 - Current
Child Care Health Consultant
Junior Academy Children's Centers
10.2011 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
UC Health Memorial Hospital Central
02.2010 - 10.2013
Director/Assistant Director/Teacher
Junior Academy Small Wonders
03.1998 - 04.2008
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Colorado State University
Associate Degree - Child Development
Pikes Peak Community College
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Pepperdine University
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