Summary
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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Samantha Baptiste

Venus,TX

Summary

Professional in healthcare field with strong background in inpatient psychiatric care. Skilled in patient assessment, crisis intervention, and therapeutic communication. Valued team collaborator known for adaptability, reliability, and achieving positive patient outcomes. Proficient in medication administration, care planning, and maintaining safe, supportive environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Perimeter Healthcare
10.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment regimens.
  • Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
  • Conducted assessments to identify patient needs, prioritizing interventions effectively.

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

South Coast Behavioral Health
10.2023 - 07.2025
  • Administered medication and monitored patient responses to ensure safety and compliance with treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and families on psychiatric conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies to enhance understanding and engagement.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies for patients.
  • Supervised junior nursing staff, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices in psychiatric care.

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

The Clifford Academy
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatment outcomes.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy of patient records.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to adjust medication regimens, optimizing therapeutic effectiveness while minimizing side effects.
  • Educated patients on mental health conditions, promoting understanding and compliance.

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse- PRN

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater
10.2022 - 12.2023
  • Promote and implement safety protocol, education/ assessment and care of: catheter, colostomy, pleura drain drainage, wound vacuum.
  • Provides patient centered care to patients and their family.
  • Collects laboratory specimen, access port, wound assessment and care, compression wraps, RN pronouncement, Maintain patient safety
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for diverse patient populations.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.

Registered Nurse-PRN

My Personal Home-care
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient vitals to ensure optimal health outcomes.
  • Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and improving team performance standards.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and prioritized interventions effectively.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

COVID-19 Vaccinator and Tester

Fallon Ambulance Service
09.2021 - 02.2022
  • Administered COVID-19 vaccinations to patients with precision and care.
  • Educated patients on vaccine benefits and potential side effects.
  • Trained new staff on vaccination protocols and safety procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of vaccinations in electronic health systems.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and alleviating anxiety regarding the vaccination process.

Senior Case Manager

Springwell Inc
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Conducted comprehensive home assessment, prioritize patient care, and coordinated care between patients, families, and interdisciplinary treatment team. Document assessment in SAMS database.

Education

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Curry College
Milton, MA
05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Massachusetts- Boston
Boston, MA
12.2012

Associate of Arts - Biological Science

Bunker Hill Community College
Charlestown, MA
12.2009

Skills

  • Clinical psychiatric assessment proficiency
  • Knowledge of psychopharmacology
  • Timely clinical record-keeping
  • Self-harm prevention
  • Therapeutic mental health guidance
  • Conflict resolution strategies

Accomplishments

  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
  • Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
  • Training - Trained staff nurses on in-patient procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
  • Quality Assurance- implementation and educating of staff on compliance with HIPAA and OSHA regulations for maximum quality and control.
  • Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements. Successfully provided quality care to 24 patients in acute environment.
  • Supervised team of 4+ staff members, delegating to unlicensed assistive personal
  • Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.

Certification

  • RN January 2024 to January 2026
  • BLS Certification

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

Remote

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Perimeter Healthcare
10.2025 - Current

Behavioral Health Registered Nurse

The Clifford Academy
07.2024 - 10.2024

Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

South Coast Behavioral Health
10.2023 - 07.2025

Rehabilitation Registered Nurse- PRN

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater
10.2022 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse-PRN

My Personal Home-care
03.2022 - 12.2022

COVID-19 Vaccinator and Tester

Fallon Ambulance Service
09.2021 - 02.2022

Senior Case Manager

Springwell Inc
01.2017 - 01.2020

Associate of Arts - Nursing

Curry College

Bachelor of Science - Biology

University of Massachusetts- Boston

Associate of Arts - Biological Science

Bunker Hill Community College