Samantha Hoppe
Waukesha
Summary
Dedicated nursing professional with a proven track record in patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Expertise in training new staff, implementing process improvements, and managing complex patient situations to ensure high-quality care delivery. Skilled in critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Orthopaedic Associates Of Wisconsin
Pewaukee, WI
12.2023 - Current
- Administered patient care and monitored vital signs in pre-operative and post-operative settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for orthopedic patients.
- Educated patients on recovery protocols and post-discharge instructions to enhance outcomes.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing local anesthetic injections and maintaining sterile environments.
- Conducted assessments and documented patient progress in electronic health records for accurate tracking.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and reducing errors.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices for patient care within orthopedic specialties.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in the clinic's daily operations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Joseph's Hospital
Milwaukee, WI
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterile environments.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate seamless patient transitions post-delivery.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, improving overall safety standards.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between prenatal care, labor, delivery, postpartum care, ensuring continuity of care for patients.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex medical procedures, including cesarean sections and forceps deliveries.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, sharing best practices and offering guidance to ensure a high level of patient care.
Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
Madison, WI
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Registered Nurse
Lake Country Pediatrics
Oconomowoc, WI
11.2018 - 07.2020
- Administered medications and treatments according to pediatric protocols and physician orders.
- Educated families on care plans, fostering collaboration in treatment processes.
- Educated children about their medical conditions in age-appropriate language, empowering them to take an active role in managing their health.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Delivered high-quality patient care consistently, adhering to unit protocols and hospital policies while maintaining a professional demeanor under pressure.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College
Milwaukee, WI05-2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration, trained in ultrasound guided IV administration
- Professional direct patient care
- Procedure preparations
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- EMR / EHR
- Strong clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Staff supervision
- Professional bedside manner
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Complex Problem-solving
- Relationship building
Certification
- Registered Nurse (#253694-30) – State of Wisconsin
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- BLS-Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Orthopaedic Associates Of Wisconsin
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
07.2020 - 01.2021
Registered Nurse
Lake Country Pediatrics
11.2018 - 07.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Bryant & Stratton College