Samantha Miller
Cottonwood Heights
Summary
Highly motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 3 years of progressive critical care and emergency department experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center. Proven leader with a strong commitment to team collaboration, patient safety, operational efficiency, and rapid response in high-pressure environments. Currently serve as Emergency Department Decontamination and Safety Lead, enhancing emergency preparedness and protocol adherence. Eager to leverage advanced clinical skills, critical thinking, and leadership abilities to provide life-saving critical care as a Flight Nurse with Air Methods.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Intermountain HealthCare
07.2021 - Current
- Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Lead and manage emergency department staff during high-pressure situations, ensuring effective patient care delivery and optimizing patient flow.
- Coordinate daily operations, including resource allocation and staff assignments, to maintain efficient unit performance.
- Act as a primary liaison between medical providers, nursing staff, and patients, optimizing communication and achieving positive patient outcomes.
- Serve as the Decontamination and Safety Lead, enhancing readiness for hazardous materials incidents. Led regular training sessions for ED staff on safety protocols, emergency response, and proper use of personal protective equipment. Conduct safety audits and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
- Served as STEMI Co-Chair, leading department initiatives for rapid response and treatment of STEMI patients, ensuring compliance with care protocols and improving outcomes.
- Mentor and supervise a team of nurses, fostering professional development and adherence to evidence-based practices.
- Implement and champion quality improvement initiatives, significantly improving patient safety and care protocols within a Level 1 Trauma Center.
- Monitor and manage critical care procedures, including advanced life support interventions, in a dynamic emergency setting.
Dental Specialist
Utah Army National Guard
02.2013 - 02.2022
- Collaborated with multinational organizations to enhance professional relationships and provide dental care for civilian populations in Morocco (2015, 2018) and Belize (2017).
- Conducted annual dental exams and educated soldiers on dental health conditions, prognosis, and treatment.
- Participated in the COVID-19 Response Team, assisting the Utah Department of Health with sample receiving and processing.
Medical Assistant I / Lab Lead
Bountiful Instacare
04.2019 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate patient information using iCentra and PowerChart in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants and nurses, providing comprehensive training on laboratory procedures and critical tasks.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures including triage, wound care, orthoglass application, IVs/blood draws, and laboratory services.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Utah Tech University
St. George, UT05-2025
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT05.2021
Associate of Science in General Studies - undefined
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT01.2019
Skills
- Emergency and Trauma Care (Level 1 Trauma Center)
- Patient Assessment & Stabilization
- Advanced Life Support (ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC)
- Airway Management & Ventilation
- Medication Administration & IV Therapy
- Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
- Critical Thinking & Rapid Decision-Making
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Operational Coordination & Resource Management
- Quality Improvement & Patient Safety Initiatives
- Protocol Development & Implementation
Clinical & Critical Care:
Leadership & Operations:
- Mentorship & Staff Development
- Liaison & Interdisciplinary Communication
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Safety Procedures (Decon Lead)
- Emergency Response Planning
- Compliance with Care Protocols & Regulatory Standards
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Electronic Health Records (iCentra, PowerChart, Epic)
- Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Documentation & Reporting
- Adaptability & Resilience in High-Stress Environments
- Strong Interpersonal & Verbal/Written Communication
Safety & Compliance:
Technical & Professional:
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - License number 12300648-3102 - 2021 (Current)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Current
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Current
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) - Current
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) - Current
- Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - 2019
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Intermountain HealthCare
07.2021 - Current
Medical Assistant I / Lab Lead
Bountiful Instacare
04.2019 - 05.2021
Dental Specialist
Utah Army National Guard
02.2013 - 02.2022
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Salt Lake Community College
Associate of Science in General Studies - undefined
Salt Lake Community College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Utah Tech University
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