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Samantha Newman

Munford,TN

Summary

Compassionate Home Health Nurse with extensive experience at Heart to Heart Home Care Agency, excelling in medication administration and care coordination. Recognized for enhancing patient recovery through effective communication and personalized care plans, fostering trust and achieving high patient satisfaction. Committed to maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring optimal patient comfort and safety. I have dedicated over 25 years to caring for my terminally ill parents. After my mom passed away in 2020, I found the perfect job that I had been training for my whole life—caregiving for both young and elderly individuals. Throughout these 25 years, I’ve worked with patients who were fully bed-ridden, assisting with bathing, cleaning, managing bed sores, and taking them to doctor appointments, among many other tasks. I’m experienced with using a Hoyer lift and feeding patients through feeding tubes. This work is truly my passion. For the past five years, I’ve cared for the same patient, providing over 60 hours of support each week. Unfortunately, she is now transitioning, which is the hardest part of this job for me. I am always willing to do whatever is needed to make life easier for my patients; no task is too big.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Nurse

Heart to Heart Home Care Agency
01.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors, and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
  • Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions from hospital discharge to home-based care by coordinating necessary resources and support systems.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
  • Managed patient medical records accurately and confidentially, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Supported patients'' mental and emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication during difficult periods of illness or recovery.
  • Optimized patient comfort by addressing individual physical, emotional, spiritual needs during end-of-life care.
  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Enhanced patient recovery rates through diligent monitoring of vital signs, medication administration, and wound care.
  • Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.

Home Health Nurse

At Home Health Care Agency
12.2020 - 01.2022
  • Provided support to bedridden patients.
  • Ensured patient safety and comfort during transfers using the Hoyer lift.
  • Administered enteral nutrition through feeding tubes.
  • Executed hygienic practices during the bathing process for optimal care.
  • Enhanced healing processes through effective wound management.
  • Performed regular ostomy bag changes.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for medical visits.

Home Health Nurse

Private Duty
05.2000 - 11.2020
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for patients.
  • Administered respiratory therapies.
  • Specialized in comprehensive wound management.
  • Administered care involving different types of feeding tubes.
  • Ensured cleanliness and comfort via consistent bathing practices
  • Executed multiple dressing tasks efficiently.
  • Utilized Hoyer lift to assist in patient mobility.

Skills

  • HIPAA compliance
  • Medication administration
  • Care plan adherence
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Housekeeping
  • Patient transportation
  • Occupational therapy assistance
  • Catheter care
  • Patient monitoring
  • Patient assessments
  • End-of-life care
  • Meal preparation
  • Geriatric care
  • Diabetes management
  • Palliative care
  • State Driver's license
  • Medical records management
  • Clinical documentation and reporting
  • Fall prevention
  • Home health services
  • Patient care
  • Patient condition monitoring
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Procedure assistance
  • Collecting vitals
  • Preventive health
  • Rehabilitation assistance
  • Infection control
  • Vitals monitoring
  • Healthcare personnel supervision
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Heartsaver CPR
  • Basic life support
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Direct patient care
  • Organizational skills
  • CPR certification

Timeline

Home Health Nurse

Heart to Heart Home Care Agency
01.2023 - Current

Home Health Nurse

At Home Health Care Agency
12.2020 - 01.2022

Home Health Nurse

Private Duty
05.2000 - 11.2020
Samantha Newman