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Samantha McKay

Loxley

Summary

Dynamic Nurse Transfer Coordinator at USA Health University Hospital with expertise in medication administration and critical care nursing. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Successfully streamlined transfer processes, ensuring compliance with EMTALA regulations while fostering collaboration among healthcare teams. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments.

Experienced with patient care, clinical support, and emergency response. Utilizes effective communication and critical thinking skills to manage patient needs and coordinate with healthcare teams. Track record of maintaining patient safety and delivering compassionate care in diverse medical settings.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Transfer Coordinator

USA Health University Hospital
10.2024 - Current

Maintained accurate records for all patient transfers to ensure compliance and transparency.

Collaborated with nursing staff to facilitate timely patient transfers across facilities.

Coordinate communication between providers to assess transfer needs and required level of care.

Maintain all standards and make sure all EMTALA regulations are followed.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

USA Providence Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2024
  • Had the privilege to be Charge RN of the emergency room from December 2022 to Feb 2024.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
  • Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.

Patient Care Technician

Ascension Sacred Heart
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.

Education

Nursing

University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
12-2019

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Patient care
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessment
  • Clinical documentation
  • Patient education
  • Infection control
  • Clinical judgment
  • Emergency care
  • Critical care nursing

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • ACLS
  • TCC
  • BLS

Timeline

Nurse Transfer Coordinator

USA Health University Hospital
10.2024 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

USA Providence Hospital
01.2020 - 10.2024

Patient Care Technician

Ascension Sacred Heart
07.2017 - 12.2019

Nursing

University of South Alabama