Samantha LeValley
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Experienced and dedicated professional with over 11 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision, and department operations. Proven ability to multitask and prioritize patient needs and daily assignments effectively. Seeking to leverage extensive knowledge and skills to excel in a nurse position at this esteemed organization.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Menorah Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Executed responsibilities in delivering optimal care to neonates in level II, 7 bed NICU and transitioning all newborns.
- Provided comprehensive healthcare support for premature infants, specializing in delivery assistance, intubation, and central line placement procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Charge Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
11.2013 - 07.2020
- Performed duties as a charge nurse responsible for the management of a level III, 24-bed NICU.
- Provided expert care during critical moments such as delivery, intubation, and central line insertion for infants as young as 23 weeks gestation
- Closely monitored and administered care to infants utilizing different ventilation methods, central line insertions, and diverse feeding methods.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
Staff Nurse, Family Centered Care Unit
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
10.2012 - 10.2013
- As a staff nurse and preceptor, delivered comprehensive well baby and postpartum care to up to 5 couplets.
- Assessed patients upon admission, closely monitored infants during transition, administered IV medications and efficiently performed NAS scoring in the newborn nursery.
- Educated new parents on essential infant care practices including guidance on breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and bathing.
Staff Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Saint Anne's Hospital
09.2011 - 09.2012
- Promoted collaborative decision-making among multidisciplinary teams including physicians assistants social workers nutritionists physical therapists occupational therapists pharmacists case managers.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
05.2008 - 09.2012
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH
Dartmouth, MA05.2011
Skills
- Remain calm and professional throughout critical incidents
- Strong analytical skills
- Develop rapport with patients, family, staff and physicians
- Provide culturally competent nursing care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse Arizona, 309713, 04/01/2028
- Registered Nurse Kansas, 14-158950-031, 03/31/25
- BLS, 08/31/25
- NRP Advanced Provider, 10/31/25
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Menorah Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2023
Charge Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood
11.2013 - 07.2020
Staff Nurse, Family Centered Care Unit
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
10.2012 - 10.2013
Staff Nurse, Medical Surgical Unit
Saint Anne's Hospital
09.2011 - 09.2012
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
05.2008 - 09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH
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