Samantha Laurent
Lantana,FL
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated Registered Nurse with experience in high-acuity cardiac step-down and cardiovascular care settings. Skilled in post-operative cardiac care, telemetry monitoring, hemodynamic assessment, IV insertion, medication administration, and emergency response situations. Strong clinical foundation developed through years of bedside experience in telemetry and acute care environments. Recognized for delivering safe, evidence-based, and patient-centered care while collaborating effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Recent BSN graduate committed to continued professional growth and becoming a valuable asset to healthcare organizations through strong critical thinking, adaptability, and compassionate patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Vascular Step-Down Unit (CVSU)
HCA Florida JFK Hospital
08.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive post-operative and step-down care for cardiac patients recovering from CABG, PCI/stent placement, valve procedures, and other cardiovascular interventions.
- Perform continuous cardiac monitoring, rhythm interpretation, hemodynamic assessments, and early recognition of patient deterioration.
- Administer IV medications, cardiac drips, and treatments in accordance with physician orders and evidence-based protocols.
- Skilled in IV insertion, medication administration, wound care, and management of complex cardiac conditions.
- Care for patients with LVAD devices while maintaining LVAD certification competencies and safety protocols.
- Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans to optimize patient outcomes.
- Respond effectively to Rapid Response Team (RRT) and Code Blue situations in high-acuity environments.
- Educate patients and families regarding medications, disease management, cardiac rehabilitation, and discharge planning.
Student Nurse Extern
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
11.2019 - 07.2025
- Supported nursing staff in delivering high-quality care within cardiac telemetry and acute care units in a 199-bed hospital.
- Assisted with patient monitoring, EKGs, blood draws, vital signs, and activities of daily living in high-acuity settings.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to maintain patient safety, comfort, and efficient workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN12-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
Delray Beach, FL05-2025
High School Diploma -
South Tech Academy
Boynton Beach, FL05-2010
Skills
- Cardiac Step-Down & Post-Operative Care
- Telemetry & Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
- Compassion and empathy
- Emotional awareness
- IV Insertion & IV Medication Administration
- LVAD Patient Care
- Patient Assessment & Clinical Judgment
- Patient & Family Education
- Infection Control & Safety Compliance
- EHR/EMR Systems: Cerner, Epic, Expanse
- Critical Thinking & Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Time Management & Team Leadership
Certification
- Registered Nurse License – State of Florida (RN9689684) | Expires 04/30/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) | Expires 09/30/2027
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) | Expires 09/30/2027
- LVAD Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Haitian Creole
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Vascular Step-Down Unit (CVSU)
HCA Florida JFK Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Extern
Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
11.2019 - 07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
High School Diploma -
South Tech Academy