SAMANTHA FIERRO
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Versatile Float Nurse with strong skills in monitoring patient conditions and administering treatments and medicine. In-depth understanding of various medical equipment and experience in working long and flexible hours. Adaptable to new people, treatments and protocols.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Pool Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse
TUCSON MEDICAL CENTER
TUCSON, AZ
11.2022 - Current
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Utilize EPIC for electronic heath records
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Interpreting EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Assessed patient conditions, recorded physical findings and explained prognosis.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Relief Charge RN/Floor Registered Nurse
TENET ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on Tele/PCU unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, technicians and unit clerks
- Med-Surg/Oncology
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
RN
SONORA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Coordinated with medical and paramedical professionals to provide appropriate input and effectively plan treatment plan for the patient
- Maintained the therapeutic milieu using acceptable standards.
Medical Billing Specialist
PASCUA YAQUI TRIBE
11.2015 - 05.2019
- EHR billing to various insurance providers, data entry, claim reconciliation
- Helped patients understand care, coverage and payment responsibilities and rights
- And research
- Examined patients' insurance coverage, deductibles, insurance carrier payments and remaining balances not covered under policies when applicable
- Researched CPT and ICD-9 coding discrepancies for compliance and reimbursement accuracy
Patient Advocate
EL RIO HEALTH CENTER
02.2013 - 10.2015
- Assisted patients in selecting appropriate courses of actions and obtaining needed support
- Organized and trained new staff to provide community presentations
- Helped patients understand care, coverage and payment responsibilities and rights
- Collaborated with agencies to train and present Affordable Care Act policies and information.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09-2023
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
Pima Community College
05.2019
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - LIBERAL ARTS
Pima Community College
12.2015
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Creative Problem Solving
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Clear Patient Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
Accomplishments
- Hardworking Registered Nurse with success in providing individualized patient care
- Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling
- Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction
- Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction
Certification
RN
License #228813
ACLS
Expires 11/2024
BLS
Expires 11/2024
Languages
Additional Information
- R E G I S T E R E D N U R S E
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Float Pool Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse
TUCSON MEDICAL CENTER
11.2022 - Current
RN
SONORA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
11.2020 - 06.2021
Relief Charge RN/Floor Registered Nurse
TENET ST. MARY’S HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2023
Medical Billing Specialist
PASCUA YAQUI TRIBE
11.2015 - 05.2019
Patient Advocate
EL RIO HEALTH CENTER
02.2013 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - NURSING
Pima Community College
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - LIBERAL ARTS
Pima Community College
RN
License #228813
ACLS
Expires 11/2024
BLS
Expires 11/2024
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