Samantha PRUITT

CCU/PCU Registered Nurse

Midland Memorial Hospital

Midland, TX

07.2019 - Current

Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Performed bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered to each patient.
Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for patients
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.