Samantha Edsall, RN BSN
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and data abstraction. Copes well in diverse work environments including fast-paced inpatient units and outpatient clinics to working remotely. Skilled at multitasking while maintaining attention to detail.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Oncology Nurse Abstractor
Flat Iron Health
05.2022 - Current
- Transformed complex unstructured clinical data to high quality dataset for oncology research efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong analytical skills by identifying inconsistencies in data sources during the abstracting process.
- Maintained strict compliance with industry policies and procedures while performing comprehensive abstraction.
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Conemaugh Cancer Care Center
09.2020 - Current
- Administered chemotherapy and non-chemotherapy medications safely according to established guidelines via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses including adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided individualized patient education on chemotherapy medications, infusion procedures, and side-effect management strategies to promote self-advocacy.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments in person and telephonic while utilizing critical thinking skills to identify changes in condition related to cancer diagnosis and post-chemotherapy while promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Contributed to the development of department policies and procedures by offering insights from clinical experience, promoting a culture of continuous quality improvement in oncology nursing practice.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
LHC Group Conemaugh Home Health
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Demonstrated adaptability within various home environments, adjusting care delivery strategies to accommodate unique patient preferences and living situations.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Ensured optimal patient outcomes with diligent monitoring of vital signs, wound assessment and timely intervention for any changes.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate optimal patient care plans.
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
08.2016 - 09.2021
- Assessed trauma, surgical and vascular patients patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed while collaborating with interdisciplinary team members.
- Assisted with the use of hemodynamic and cardiac monitoring systems such as mechanical ventilators, negative pressure wound therapy, management of vascular sheaths and peritoneal dialysis patients.
Education
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ02.2018
Registered Nurse Diploma -
Conemaugh School of Nursing
Johnstown, PA06.2016
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Clinical Documentation
- HIPPA Compliance
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Clinical Data Abstraction Experience
- Remote Working Experience
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Oncology Nurse Abstractor
Flat Iron Health
05.2022 - Current
Oncology Infusion Registered Nurse
Conemaugh Cancer Care Center
09.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
LHC Group Conemaugh Home Health
10.2018 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
08.2016 - 09.2021
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -
Grand Canyon University
Registered Nurse Diploma -
Conemaugh School of Nursing
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