Samantha Collins
Walkertown,NC
Summary
Compassionate for senior living. Increasing the lives of senior Living. Skilled at creating meaningful connections with seniors, families and co-workers. Recognized for strong communication and organization skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
SIC Med Tech/CNA
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
Walnut Cove, North Carolina
09.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care standards were met.
- Responded promptly to resident inquiries and provided compassionate support.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to manager and Doctor.
- Administered medications and treatments under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Life Enrichment Director
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
Walnut Cove, North Carolina
05.2021 - 09.2024
- Engaging resident using the seven dimensions of wellness, social, spiritual, physical, emotional, environmental and intellectual to increase quality of life.
- Managed schedules and resources for daily enrichment activities effectively.
- Maintained a budget and monitored expenses related to life enrichment activities.
- Evaluated resident interests and preferences to tailor activities accordingly.
- Trained staff members on proper procedures for implementing life enrichment programs.
- Create and maintain monthly activity Calander in a program called Sagely.
Bussiness Office Manger
Mallard Ridge Assisted Living
Clemmons, North Carolina
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed daily office operations for assisted living facility.
- Maintained accurate records of resident information.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Coded and entered daily invoices with in-house accounting software.
- Properly handing long term insurance and Medicaid paperwork.
- Accurately handling resident trust.
Outreach Marketing Director
Ridge Care
Kernersville, North Carolina
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Managed relationships with advertising agencies and vendors.
- Reaching out to various health care committees and medical provider to educate them about the services Ridge Care had to offer.
- Planning and Hosting events across Ridge Care communities and other locations within the community.
- Following up with social workers and residents that are out of the community.
- Attending events in the community.
- Actively participating and building relationships with organizations and groups that support senior living.
Team Member Service Director
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
Walnut Cove, North Carolina
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Interviewed and trained new staff on operational procedures and resident care protocols.
- Ensuring Payroll (ADP) was correctly entered and submitted.
- Maintaining team member schedule to state regulations.
- Providing training classes to meet state regulations for every team member.
- Perform drug testing on new hires.
- Assessing and admitting residents.
- Running background checks, OIGS, Everify, and ensuring team members license are in compliance.
- Properly handling and keeping record of OSHA 300 logs, FMLA, and worker Comp.
SIC Med Tech/CNA
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
Walnut Cove , NC
12.2013 - 06.2015
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Documented patient information accurately in care logs.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Med Tech/CNA
Brook Ridge Retirement Home
Winston-Salem, North Carolina
10.2008 - 10.2013
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in residential care settings.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation for resident health needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality care for elderly residents.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident care updates and concerns.
- Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
In home Care
Self
Walkertown, NC
01.2007 - 10.2008
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Light housework and cooking.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carver High School
Winston-Salem, NC06-2008
Skills
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Compassionate care
Certification
- Certifies Nursing Assistant
- Med Tech
Custom Section 1
- Angie Bailey 336-414-1122
- Stephanie Chism 336-932-0357
- Virginia Holmes 336-564-5049
- Lucia Baylis 336-997-4767
Timeline
SIC Med Tech/CNA
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current
Life Enrichment Director
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
05.2021 - 09.2024
Bussiness Office Manger
Mallard Ridge Assisted Living
12.2020 - 05.2021
Outreach Marketing Director
Ridge Care
11.2018 - 12.2020
Team Member Service Director
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
06.2015 - 11.2018
SIC Med Tech/CNA
Walnut Ridge Assisted Living
12.2013 - 06.2015
Med Tech/CNA
Brook Ridge Retirement Home
10.2008 - 10.2013
In home Care
Self
01.2007 - 10.2008
High School Diploma -
Carver High School