Samantha Curtis
Holmen,WI
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with direct inpatient care experience including ICU, Behavioral Health, Med/Surge and Public Health. Passion for behavioral health and mental wellness. Excellent therapeutic communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities. Strong work ethic and detail oriented. Licensed RN in Minnesota – 2470102. Currently pursuing PMHNP.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN - Residential Services
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center
01.2023 - Current
- Managed the Residential Services Med-Room for all Board and Lodge clients with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse - ICU
Winona Health
05.2020 - 06.2023
- Oversaw cardiac telemetry for the entire hospital.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Observed and treated behavioral health patients and assisted with placement and transfer to other facilities.
- Cared for patients admitted for suicide ideation, overdose, ETOH, and 72 hour holds.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Public Health RN
Wabasha County Public Health
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Case management of various waivers for members on pre-paid health plans as well as in home visits for community well members.
- Collaborated with social services to care for patients with mental illness and developmental disabilities
- Assisted members with complex health diagnosis to establish care plans with realistic, measurable goals.
- Answered phone calls, emails, letters and faxes and efficiently provided accurate information and responses.
- Assessed and responded to individual and community health education needs.
Registered Nurse - Med/Surg/Ped
Winona Health
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Cross trained in DBM (department of behavioral and mental health)
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
Education
RN-MSN, PHMNP - In Progress
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNAssociate of Science -
MINNESOTA STATE SOUTHEAST TECHNICAL
Winona, MN12.2018
High School Diploma -
Wakefield High School
Raleigh, NC06.2007
Skills
- ACLS Certified
- Time Management
- Patient care and monitoring
- Medical Records Management
- Strong documentation capabilities
- Organizational skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Therapeutic communication and de-escalation
- Medication Administration
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Health Promotion
Certification
- Pediatric Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certified
Timeline
RN - Residential Services
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - ICU
Winona Health
05.2020 - 06.2023
Public Health RN
Wabasha County Public Health
07.2019 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Med/Surg/Ped
Winona Health
01.2019 - 09.2019
RN-MSN, PHMNP - In Progress
Walden University
Associate of Science -
MINNESOTA STATE SOUTHEAST TECHNICAL
High School Diploma -
Wakefield High School
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