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Samantha Armstrong

Estherville

Summary

Operate effectively in fast-paced emergency settings to address concerns with acute and chronic conditions. Good communication, decision-making and prioritization skills useful for assessing and triaging patients to optimize department resource utilization. .

Hardworking Registered Nurse with success 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. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Same Day Surgery/ ER

Avera Holy Family Hospital
01.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, treatment options, and preventative care strategies.
  • Trained and mentored junior nursing staff to enhance clinical skills and improve patient care standards.
  • Administered pre-operative assessments to ensure patient readiness for same day procedures.
  • Collaborated with surgical team to coordinate seamless patient flow and scheduling.
  • Administered emergency care to patients, assessing and prioritizing treatment based on severity of conditions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans in fast-paced environment.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting recovery and preventing readmissions.

Resident Care Coordinator

Homestead Assisted Living and Memory Care
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Coordinated resident care plans ensuring alignment with individual needs and preferences.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for staff to enhance service delivery standards.
  • Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers to address concerns effectively.
  • Led interdisciplinary team meetings to assess resident progress and adjust care strategies accordingly.
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices in resident care coordination and support techniques.
  • Coordinated the resident admission and discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition and minimizing stress for residents and families.
  • Hired and trained [Number] new staff members on facility policies, patient care and medicine distribution.
  • Advocated for residents'' rights, promoting dignity and respect throughout interactions between staff members and residents.
  • Ordered lab work and scheduled appointments with doctors, patients and families to discuss results.
  • Coordinated daily operations of resident care, ensuring adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance resident wellness.

Emergency Department RN

Skiff Medical Center
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
  • Educated patients and family members about proper health maintenance techniques.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment strategies for complex cases.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
  • Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.

RN Unit Manager

Aspire Health Partners
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Reporting to the Director of Nursing to ensure quality patient care within a long-term care center
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Communicating with patients, family members, physicians, and staff members at all levels
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

Clinic Nurse

Avera Medical Group
08.2015 - 08.2023
  • Monitored vital signs, laboratory results, and other health data.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, treatments, and procedures.
  • Administered medications and immunizations as prescribed by a physician.
  • Performed wound care and assisted in the management of chronic conditions.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote better health outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, physical therapists, dietitians.

Medical-Surgical RN

Mayo Clinic Health System
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assessed, monitored, and documented patient vital signs.
  • Provided direct patient care according to established standards and procedures.
  • Performed wound care treatments such as dressing changes and debridement.
  • Administered medications and other treatments prescribed by physicians.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medication regimens, lifestyle modifications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments to identify problems or issues requiring medical intervention or follow-up care.

RN Staff Nurse

Mayo Clinic Health System
08.2019 - 08.2021
  • Assessed, monitored and documented patient vital signs, medical history and physical condition.
  • Provided direct patient care, including administering medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Performed triage assessments of patients in the emergency room.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
  • Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans or ultrasounds.
  • Instructed new nurses on proper techniques for providing patient care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Minnesota West Community And Technical College
05.2019

Diploma - LPN

Iowa Lakes Community College
07.2014

Skills

  • Charting and Clinical Documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Teamwork
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Experience- Epic, Meditech, PCC, Pyxis
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • TNCC


Timeline

Registered Nurse Same Day Surgery/ ER

Avera Holy Family Hospital
01.2025 - Current

Resident Care Coordinator

Homestead Assisted Living and Memory Care
10.2023 - 01.2025

RN Unit Manager

Aspire Health Partners
04.2023 - 10.2023

Emergency Department RN

Skiff Medical Center
06.2022 - 12.2023

Medical-Surgical RN

Mayo Clinic Health System
08.2021 - 05.2022

RN Staff Nurse

Mayo Clinic Health System
08.2019 - 08.2021

Clinic Nurse

Avera Medical Group
08.2015 - 08.2023

Diploma - LPN

Iowa Lakes Community College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Minnesota West Community And Technical College

Education and Training

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