Samantha Anderson
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
Johnson City, TN
04.2023 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Kingsport, TN
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
Johnson City, TN
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff and hospital administration, advocating for necessary resources to improve patient care within the Advanced Care Unit.
- Mentored new nurses, offering guidance on clinical procedures and unit-specific protocols to ensure successful integration into the team.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
- Collaborated with physicians to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient interventions.
CCHT
Fresenius Dialysis
Kingsport, TN
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
Nurse Assistant
Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center
Bristol, TN
01.2017 - 04.2017
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
Nurse Assistant
Preston Place
Kingsport, TN
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity.
Home Care Aide
Private Care
Gate City, VA
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Provided companionship to patients, fostering positive relationships and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks as needed, creating a clean and comfortable environment for patients to thrive in.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Delivered skilled personal care assistance such as bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting support which enhanced hygiene levels for patients.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA05.2020
High School Diploma -
Twin Springs High School
Nickelsville, VA06.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Team Leadership
- Compassionate and Patient
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- CRRT
- CCHT
- NIH
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2020 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Ballad Health
08.2020 - 11.2022
CCHT
Fresenius Dialysis
04.2017 - 08.2020
Nurse Assistant
Wellmont Bristol Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 04.2017
Nurse Assistant
Preston Place
01.2016 - 12.2016
Home Care Aide
Private Care
04.2015 - 06.2016
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Virginia Highlands Community College
High School Diploma -
Twin Springs High School