Samantha Brzezniak
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with a strong work ethic, prioritizing the needs of patients above all else. Utilizes therapeutic and empathetic communication skills to effectively problem-solve in challenging situations. Brings critical thinking abilities and a focus on quality and safe patient care. Known for reliability and adaptability when it comes to teamwork. Advocates for patients with over 3 years of registered nurse experience and 7 years of direct patient care experience. Excels in patient assessment and crisis intervention, ensuring comprehensive care within acute healthcare settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: High Acuity Medical Surgical floor (Specialize in Respiratory & Kidney Patients)
- Handles Care and Safety for 5 patients
- Job role: IV Insertion, Blood administration, Inserting Foley catheters, Wound dressing changes, Medication administration IV and Orally, Blood Draws from Central lines, Peritoneal Dialysis, Admitting patients from the ER & obtaining thorough history to provide safe and quality care, update care plans, Trach Care, NG Tube Insertion, & Chest Tube Maintenance.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress with multiple comorbidities toward reaching established goals of care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- 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.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Mobile IV Nurse
ASAP IV's
07.2022 - Current
- Mobile IV nurse who travels to patient's homes to administer IV fluids, vitamins, and medications under the supervision of a provider
- Provide education on benefits of IV therapy and medication
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions during and after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Assess patient before IV fluid administration for medical history or allergies
- Prevented complications by carefully monitoring patients for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, or other adverse reactions to intravenous treatments.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing thorough education on IV procedures and addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all aspects of IV therapy administration, ensuring legal compliance and continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient comfort by administering IV therapy in a gentle and efficient manner.
Patient Care Technician
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
05.2017 - 06.2021
- Handled care and safety for 16 patients
- Job role: vital signs, accu checks, bed baths, assisting with patient mobility, taking out IV’s, answering call lights, therapeutic patient communication, intake of new patient admissions, emptying drains, assist with wound dressing changes, fall prevention, encouraging patient movement, assist with patient ADL’s, BLS support during codes, Lab draws, EKG's, & hourly rounding of patients
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Education
MASTER IN NURSING - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Arizona State University
Tempe12-2021
ASSOCIATE IN DEGREE OF NURSING -
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale05-2021
DEGREE OF ASSOCIATE IN ARTS -
Chandler-Gilbert Community College & Grand Canyon University
01.2018
Skills
- Registered Nurse, License #260239
- Therapeutic and Empathetic Patient Communication
- Intake and discharge of Medical Surgical patients
- Patient and family advocacy
- Phlebotomy
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Mental and Physical Patient Assessment
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- BLS Certified
- IV insertion
- Critical-Thinking
- Preceptor for New Grad Nurses and Nursing Students
- Deescalation Techniques
Fall Prevention Task Force at Honorhealth
- Weekly rounding on fall risk patients
- Determine the need for fall risk interventions
- Educate staff on fall prevention tasks
- Attend fall prevention meetings
Accomplishments
- Nominated for 2 Daisy Awards by Patients
Timeline
Mobile IV Nurse
ASAP IV's
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
05.2017 - 06.2021
MASTER IN NURSING - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -
Arizona State University
ASSOCIATE IN DEGREE OF NURSING -
Scottsdale Community College
DEGREE OF ASSOCIATE IN ARTS -
Chandler-Gilbert Community College & Grand Canyon University
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