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Samantha Raimondo

Registered Nurse
Baldwin,NY

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with experience in Med/surg telemetry, cardiac step-down and Surgical Trauma ICU. Effectively able to handle difficult situations in a fast-paced environment. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and a respectful attitude. Focused on improving patient outcomes by communicating and coordinating with the healthcare team and implementing plans of care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certificates

Work History

Registered Nurse

Medical Solutions
10.2024 - Current
  • In addition to registered nurse duties below: I learned and implemented the use of multiple new charting systems, specific hospital policies and procedures, and new devices.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU

Northwell Health Southside Hospital
04.2024 - 10.2024
  • In addition to description listed for Cardiac Step-down RN:
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Titrated drips and assessed patient response and monitored for adverse patient response.
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy.
  • Management of patients on mechanical ventilation.
  • Developed proficiency of managing patients with various medical devices: IABP, Swan-Ganz, and Impellas.

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Northwell Health South Shore University Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2024
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Management of multiple invasive monitoring devices: arterial lines, central lines (CVP), external pacemakers (venous, epicardial, and transcutaneous).
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

Telemetry Technician

Northwell Health Southside Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2022
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms.
  • Updated subject matter knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
  • Maintained HIPPA compliance at all times.
  • Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Assisted with improvement and implementation of cardiac log forms.

Direct Support Professional

AHRC Nassau
05.2017 - 12.2020
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician according to AMAP policy and procedure.
  • Administered medication via G-Tube in accordance with G-Tube medication administration guidelines.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL
05.2001 -

Associate of Science - Nursing

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
01.2018 - 05.2022

No Degree - Patient Care Technician

Access Careers - Hempstead
Hempstead, NY

Skills

Telemetry equipment operation

Certification

Registered Nurse Licensure, New York. Licsence #: 854494-01

Timeline

NIHSS- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale

04-2025

Registered Nurse

Medical Solutions
10.2024 - Current

BLS Certified

10-2024

TCRN - Trauma Certified Registered Nurse

08-2024

Intra-aortic Balloon Pump

05-2024

Impella Smart Assist

05-2024

Registered Nurse, Surgical Trauma ICU

Northwell Health Southside Hospital
04.2024 - 10.2024

Conscious sedation

04-2024

ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support

02-2024

Straight From the Heart Patient recognition Award

08-2023

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Northwell Health South Shore University Hospital
10.2022 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse Licensure, New York. Licsence #: 854494-01

07-2022

Telemetry Technician

Northwell Health Southside Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Nassau Community College
01.2018 - 05.2022

Direct Support Professional

AHRC Nassau
05.2017 - 12.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chamberlain University
05.2001 -

No Degree - Patient Care Technician

Access Careers - Hempstead

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