Samantha Buenrostro
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated nursing student and nurse apprentice currently working towards a bachelors of nursing in pediatrics. Excellent clinical and people skills with a background of four years as a certified nursing assistant working under the supervision of a registered nurse. Caring nursing student possessing a calm disposition with a servitude philosophy and excellent communication skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Apprentice (PEDS/PICU)
Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican
03.2023 - Current
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
Patient Care Tech
Las Vegas Surgery Center
07.2022 - Current
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Prepared patient chart for admission and compiled appropriate paperwork.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Gathered current medical information and reviewed histories to gather details for surgeons.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or administrative staff.
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT/Unit Clerk
Spring Valley Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Recorded vitals to monitor patient condition
- Supported patients with daily activities and attended to personal hygiene needs
- Reviewed patient dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to facilitate appropriate diet
- Cleaned patient rooms and changed bed linens
- Documented and reported to nurses patient behavior observations, complaints, or physical symptoms.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality patient care
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring
- Worked alongside dining room personnel to ensure that patients received the correct meals and that all residents were able to eat
- Worked with patients to assure that they participated in exercises and therapeutic activities
- Documented clinical information in patient's medical records daily
- Supported the social and emotional needs of patients by providing caring companionship
- Responded appropriately to family members when discussing patient care.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NVABSN - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Henderson, NV03.2024
High School Diploma -
West Career Technical Academy
Las Vegas, NV05.2019
Skills
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Patient positioning understanding
- Personal hygiene
- Transfer safety
- Documentation
- Basic Life Support
- Health Promotion
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Infection Control
- Emotional Support
- Patient Assessment
- Pain Assessment and Management
- Compassionate Communication
- Patient Advocacy
- Patient Education
- Personal Care
Certification
American Heart Association, BLS and CPR certified
Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Nurse Apprentice (PEDS/PICU)
Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican
03.2023 - Current
Patient Care Tech
Las Vegas Surgery Center
07.2022 - Current
CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT/Unit Clerk
Spring Valley Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Nursing
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
ABSN - Nursing
Roseman University of Health Sciences
High School Diploma -
West Career Technical Academy
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