Samantha Calkins
Hammondsport,NY
Summary
I find myself to be a very neutal person being able to fit into pretty much any environment. I am caring and compassionate about the job at hand. If I am given a task I aim to complete it at the best of my ability. I enjoy to learn new skills that will benefit me for the task at hand or down the road. I am able and willing to take direction to finish the task at hand if I am unsure about how to complete it on my own. I believe I am an am able to contribute to any team I am paired with.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lpn
Keuka Family Practice
Bath, NY
01.2020 - Current
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
Supervisor
Cooperstown Fun Park
Cooperstown, NY
07.2007 - 10.2024
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
LPN
Guthrie Ob/GYN
Corning, NY
02.2014 - 01.2020
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Sterilized medical equipment and supplies with germicides, sterilizers and autoclaves.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
LPN
Mccolley Manor
Hornell, NY
12.2012 - 02.2013
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
Nursing Assistant
Pathfinder Village Apartments
Edmeston, NY
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Provided companionship to patients, monitored their emotional well-being, and offered reassurance when needed.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Substitute Teacher
Unadilla Valley Central School District
New Berlin, NY
09.2005 - 06.2007
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
Education
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Gst Boces
Painted Post, NY06-2012
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY08-2003
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Nursing Ethics
- Medical Documentation
- Family Communication
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Vital Signs
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
LPN- 09/2012
Timeline
Lpn
Keuka Family Practice
01.2020 - Current
LPN
Guthrie Ob/GYN
02.2014 - 01.2020
LPN
Mccolley Manor
12.2012 - 02.2013
Nursing Assistant
Pathfinder Village Apartments
08.2008 - 06.2011
Supervisor
Cooperstown Fun Park
07.2007 - 10.2024
Substitute Teacher
Unadilla Valley Central School District
09.2005 - 06.2007
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Gst Boces
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Finger Lakes Community College
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