Samantha Herman
Houston,TX
Summary
Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with 10+ years of diverse clinical experience in nephrology, internal medicine, and emergency medicine. Expertise in managing acute and chronic conditions, delivering evidence-based care, and coordinating complex treatment plans in inpatient and outpatient environments. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, collaborative interdisciplinary care, and a patient-centered approach focused on improving outcomes and quality of life.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner - Nephrology
Houston Renal Group
06.2024 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and manage patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), end-stage renal disease (ESRD), hypertension, electrolyte disorders, and acute kidney injury.
- Manage dialysis patients, review laboratory and diagnostic results, and adjust medications and therapies accordingly.
- Provide patient and family education regarding renal disease management, dialysis options, transplant preparation, nutrition, and medication adherence.
- Perform follow-up evaluations, coordinate specialty referrals, and ensure continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Experienced in managing both inpatient and outpatient nephrology patients across acute and chronic care settings, providing comprehensive evaluation, treatment planning, care coordination, and long-term disease management.
Nurse Practitioner - Internal Medicine
Millennium Physicians/ Transperity Medical Providers
01.2019 - 06.2024
- Provided direct medical care to acute and chronic medical conditions with outpatient follow up and long-term monitoring and management of complex chronic conditions.
- Formulated diagnostics and treatment plans.
- Prescribed and administers medications and therapies.
- Preformed in office procedures such as incision and drainage, intraarticular-injections, hormone replacement.
Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department
ELITE CARE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Assessed patient health in an acute care setting.
- Diagnosed and treated a wide variety of patient populations.
- Provided direction to staff members for an efficient and smooth-running team.
- Worked collaboratively with patients and patient's families to improve health and well-being.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health And Science Center
Houston, TX08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Omaha, NE12.2014
Master of Science - Biology
Loyola Marymount University
Los Angeles, CA05.2012
Skills
Preventive medicine and health promotion
Management of complex and high-acuity patients
Comprehensive nephrology and renal disease management
Management of fluid and electrolyte disorders
Patient education and counseling
Telehealth and virtual patient care
Adaptability across inpatient and outpatient settings
Compassionate, evidence-based patient care
Accomplishments
Academic Honors - Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, Creighton University
Award - Academic Achievement Creighton University School of Nursing
Academic Honors - Sigma Xi Scientific Research Honors Society
Academic Honors - Biological Honors Society, LMU
Affiliations
American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
American Society of Nephrology (ASN)
Emergency Nurse Association (ENA)
Houston Area Nurse Practitioner (HANP)
The Junior League of Houston
Certification
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP- C); Texas Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Licenses; Texas Board of Nursing
Family Nurse Practitioner Certification; American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Registered Nurse (RN);
Texas Board of Nursing
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN); American Nurses Credentialing Center
Basic Life Support (BLS);
American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS); American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS); American Heart Association
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner - Nephrology
Houston Renal Group
06.2024 - Current
Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Department
ELITE CARE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
01.2020 - 12.2022
Nurse Practitioner - Internal Medicine
Millennium Physicians/ Transperity Medical Providers
01.2019 - 06.2024
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Health And Science Center
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Creighton University
Master of Science - Biology
Loyola Marymount University