Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Nursing Licenses
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Samantha Acosta

Saint Francis

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.

Diligent Registered Nurse with background in patient care and nursing. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse (RN)

Cheyenne County Village
06.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.

Registered Nurse

Topside Manor
05.2025 - Current
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Topside Manor
03.2023 - 05.2025
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Medical Solutions
10.2020 - 03.2023
  • Travel charge nurse contract
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.

Licensed Practical Nurse

STATStaffing
06.2014 - 09.2020
  • Travel nursing per diem
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.

Education

Associates Degree - Nursing

Colby Community College
Colby, KS
05.2025

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing

Colby Community College
Colby, KS
05.2019

Associate - General studies

North Platte Community College
North Platte, NE
05.2014

Skills

  • Licensed RN
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Infection control measures
  • Wound care
  • Patient care
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Medication distribution
  • Precepting
  • Patient discharge
  • Lab result interpretation
  • EMR systems
  • Team coordination

Accomplishments

  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
  • Nominated Daisy Award Recipient

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • LPN
  • BLS Certification
  • Compact State Nurse License

Nursing Licenses

RN , 06/01/26, KS

Timeline

Registered Nurse (RN)

Cheyenne County Village
06.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse

Topside Manor
05.2025 - Current

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Topside Manor
03.2023 - 05.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse

Medical Solutions
10.2020 - 03.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse

STATStaffing
06.2014 - 09.2020

Associate - General studies

North Platte Community College

Associates Degree - Nursing

Colby Community College

Certificate - Licensed Practical Nursing

Colby Community College

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