Samantha Ebersole
Temperance,MI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, discharge planning and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Care Navigator
Promedica Flower Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions posthospitalization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Educated patients and families on available resources, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between healthcare settings by coordinating necessary referrals and appointments.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, enhancing the referral network for patients in need of specialized services.
- Assisted members with social determinants of health and linked to appropriate community resources.
Registered Nurse
Promedica Flower Hospital
04.2020 - 01.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Registered Nurse
Bon Secor Mercy Heath St. Vincent Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2020
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the nursing unit to maximize efficiency while maintaining exceptional patient care standards.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Contributed to a reduction in hospital-acquired infections through strict adherence to infection control protocols and proper hand hygiene.
- Managed elements of patient care from admission to discharge or transfer to other units.
- Effectively prioritized assignments, executing care based on each patient's relative condition and delegating tasks to available personnel deliver safe and efficient care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and providing individualized care.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Achieved timely medication administration by utilizing effective time management skills and prioritizing critical tasks.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Identified patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with patients and families.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promedica Toledo Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Contributed positively towards patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing exceptional care and addressing their concerns.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
Toledo, OH12.2018
High School Diploma -
Mason Senior High School
Erie, MI06.2005
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal and Written Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Accurate Documentation
- EMR / EHR
- Case Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Attention to Detail
- Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
- Care Coordination
- Discharge Planning
- Networking
Certification
- BLS, American Heart Association - 03/2024
- ACLS, American Heart Association - 09/2022
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Ohio Board of Nursing RN460286 - 2/22/2019 - Present
Timeline
RN Care Navigator
Promedica Flower Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Promedica Flower Hospital
04.2020 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Bon Secor Mercy Heath St. Vincent Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Promedica Toledo Hospital
04.2013 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Mercy College of Ohio
High School Diploma -
Mason Senior High School
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