Keshona L. Samuels
Glenolden,PA
Summary
Patient- focused and compassionate registered nurse seeking a position in medical practice. Bringing experience, care and extensive knowledge to help improve the lives of the patient. I am an empathetic hard working nurse looking to bring a breath of fresh air to whom I encounter
Experienced with infection control measures, ensuring safe healthcare environments. Utilizes data analysis to identify and mitigate infection risks effectively. Knowledge of training healthcare staff on best practices in infection prevention.
Professional with substantial experience in nursing leadership, bringing strong emphasis on patient care, staff development, and operational efficiency. Adept at fostering collaborative team environments and adaptable to changing healthcare needs. Proficient in clinical management, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning, ensuring optimal outcomes and high standards. Known for exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and unwavering reliability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infection Preventionist/Lead Educator
The Belvedere
Chester, PA
09.2024 - Current
- Provided comprehensive training for staff on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment usage, and other infection control practices to minimize risks.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate communication regarding best practices in infection prevention and control.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for effective infection prevention strategies and policy development.
- Facilitated ongoing risk assessments for healthcare-associated infections by identifying potential vulnerabilities in current practices or systems and recommending strategies to address these concerns.
- Developed targeted educational materials to raise awareness among patients, families, and visitors about the importance of infection prevention measures.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Identified risks proactively, preparing teams for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
- Enhanced patient safety through rigorous monitoring and evaluation of infection control measures.
- Developed and improved infection control procedures.
- Reduced infection rates by implementing evidence-based practices and guidelines in the healthcare facility.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Monitored student progress and adjusted instruction to meet individual needs.
Infection Control Preventionist
Wayne Center
Wayne, PA
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Assist the DON in working with management staff including Administrator, and Consultants in planning all aspects of the nursing operations, setting priorities and job assignments.
- Monitors each units activities as assigned communicates policies, evaluate performances, provides feedback, educate and disciplines as needed.
- Develop and maintains positive relations with residents, families, staff and medical personnel.
- Conducts regular rounds to monitor the delivery of nursing care, functional coordination with support services, cleanliness and appearance of the residents.
- Management in Infection Control (IP certification)
- Track education compliance for all facilities staff and maintain employee education files.
- Focus on Quality Improvement and identify areas of educational needs.
- Monitors new employee’s orientation process successful progress and acclimation to facility.
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed interview scheduling, coordinated travel arrangements, and facilitated communication with candidates throughout the hiring process.
Registered Nurse
Bayada Home Health
Newtown Square, PA
02.2020 - 09.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Rn Sup
Rosewood Garden Rehabilitation Nursing & Center
Broomall, PA
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Functioned in Supervisor position, and admission nurse role while maintaining the safety of the building
- Initiating care plans, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes related to nursing care, assessing and documenting residents' condition and nursing needs.
- Provides support and coordinates intervention in crisis situations
- Demonstrates leadership in providing and improving the delivery of nursing care.
- Manage and help with staffing ensuring building staffed for proper care of residents, and safe patient care
- Assist in defining expectations and evaluating care on nursing units
Lima Estates Nursing Home & Rehab Rn
Media, PA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Ability to make independent decision for the safety of the nursing care unit
- Assessed and documented in PCC all resident care and needs.
- Ordered and managed all medications coming into the facility, worked closely with physicians ensuring all medication requirements were fulfilled.
- Collaborates with physicians and other members of interdisciplinary teams to develop and initiate health care review.
- Administered Medication using the 6 rights of medication administration
RN
Mastery Charter School
Media, PA, USA
08.2017 - 04.2022
- Promotes a healthy school environment by Primary prevention (Surveillance of immunizations and physical, dental screenings and Mandated Screenings).
- Serves as a liaison between school, family, health care, and the community to serve as consultant with problem solving relative to improving healthcare delivery.
- Provides Direct Care to student (Medication administration, blood glucose monitoring, first aid, etc).
- Assigns day to day work activities; directs the functional and technical job performance of team members.
- Provides information, medical advice and support to the student's family and staff.
- Maintain Records for 835 students ensuring accuracy of documentation and updates for medical care provided yearly.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Jersey College School of Nursing
Ewing NJ05.2021
Associate Of Applied Science - Science
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Media, PA03.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Licenced Practical Nurse
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Media, PA12-2015
Skills
- Healthcare-associated infections
- Infection monitoring
- JCAHO
- Infection risk assessment
- Outbreak management
- CDC policies
- Leadership qualities
- Quality improvement
- OSHA
- Immunization programs
- Leading meetings
Certification
- Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training - 10/12/22
- Long Term Care Infection Prevention Symposia 3/27/2025
Timeline
Infection Preventionist/Lead Educator
The Belvedere
09.2024 - Current
Infection Control Preventionist
Wayne Center
10.2022 - 09.2024
Rn Sup
Rosewood Garden Rehabilitation Nursing & Center
04.2022 - 10.2022
Lima Estates Nursing Home & Rehab Rn
11.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Bayada Home Health
02.2020 - 09.2023
RN
Mastery Charter School
08.2017 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Jersey College School of Nursing
Associate Of Applied Science - Science
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Licenced Practical Nurse
Pennsylvania Institute of Technology