Samantha Offret
Chicago,IL
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse and Advanced Emergency Medical Technician with 11 years of expertise in emergency services, patient care and team leadership. Passionate about driving positive outcomes for diverse types of patients. Dedicated to enhancing quality of care, safety and patient outcomes.
Dedicated and well-qualified in emergency care offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Trauma Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Francis
Chicago, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Performed triage assessments for incoming patients according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Summit County EMS/Park City Fire
Park City, Utah
07.2014 - 12.2023
- Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
- Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
- Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
- Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
- Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
- Delivered emergency care to individuals involved in motor vehicle accidents, falls and critical incidents.
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Intermountain Healthcare
Heber, UT
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Medical Unit
University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, UT
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- LVAD certified
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Critical Care Technician
Intermountain Healthcare Heber Valley Medical Cent
Heber, UT
02.2019 - 10.2022
- Directed care for patients in Emergency room, including implementation of treatment plan, monitoring vitals, starting IV's, placing catheters and EKG's.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
Patient Relations Specialist
University Of Utah Health Redstone Health Center
Park City, UT
08.2013 - 08.2019
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to medical visits.
- Responded to patient concerns and inquiries professionally and efficiently.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Medical Assistant
University of Utah Health Heber Valley Pediatrics
Heber, UT
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained inventory, vaccination and product expiration logs to record updated documentation for tracking purposes.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Performed, validated and reported laboratory tests for prognosis, diagnosis, treatment and research.
- Administered rapid tests such as Influenza and Strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
Education
Master of Science - DNP/ENP
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Joyce University
Draper, UT08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05.2018
Skills
- Charge Nurse
- ECRN
- CEN 12/24
- Trauma Nurse Core Course
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Basic Life Support Certified Instructor
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support Certified
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certified
- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
- Pre Hospital Trauma Life Support Certified
- LVAD Certified
- Athletic Trainer Certification - Licensed Athletic Trainer
Affiliations
- Research Honors
- Miss Utah International 2020
- Utah Suicide Prevention Coalition
Timeline
Trauma Registered Nurse
Ascension Saint Francis
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse - Emergency Department
Intermountain Healthcare
05.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse - Cardiovascular Medical Unit
University of Utah Hospital
10.2021 - 11.2022
Critical Care Technician
Intermountain Healthcare Heber Valley Medical Cent
02.2019 - 10.2022
Medical Assistant
University of Utah Health Heber Valley Pediatrics
08.2018 - 02.2019
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician
Summit County EMS/Park City Fire
07.2014 - 12.2023
Patient Relations Specialist
University Of Utah Health Redstone Health Center
08.2013 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Joyce University
Bachelor of Science - Athletic Training
University of Utah
Master of Science - DNP/ENP
Loyola University of Chicago
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