Samantha Reyes
Brownsville,TX
Summary
New graduate from Texas Women's University with a degree as an Advanced Practice Nurse. Compassionate advanced nursing skills with extensive experience from South Texas Health System and Driscoll Children's Hospital. Proven ability to deliver emotional and family support during illness, while implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient care. Committed to providing individualized care plans for patients with special needs and provide critical care during medical emergencies. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Driscoll Children's Specialty Clinic
Brownsville, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated families on discharge instructions and ongoing care requirements.
- Experience with multiple specialty areas including pediatric endocrinology, orthopedics and surgical services
Registered Nurse
South Texas Health System
Edinburg, TX
03.2017 - 06.2026
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
Registered Nurse
Los Fresnos CISD
Los Fresnos, TX
08.2020 - 05.2026
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions and care of the student and staff population.
- Conducted thorough patient assessment of student injuries and or change in health status.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Maintained accurate documentation of student medical records in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Delivered compassionate care to students experiencing illness or injury while maintaining confidentiality of their medical information.
- Supported students with special needs by collaborating with teachers, counselors, and parents to provide individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and communicated effectively with healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Brownsville, TX
06.2010 - 03.2017
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas Womens University
Denton, TX12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Brownsville
Brownsville, TX05-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texas Southmost Community College
Brownsville, TX05-2010
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Assessment of pediatric patients with Type 1 DM and Type 2 DM
- Comprehensive experience with glucose monitors and sensors
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Providing support and education to Parents and Families
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Certification
- ACLS certified
- BLS Certified
- Advanced Fetal Monitoring
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Driscoll Children's Specialty Clinic
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Los Fresnos CISD
08.2020 - 05.2026
Registered Nurse
South Texas Health System
03.2017 - 06.2026
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Valley Baptist Medical Center
06.2010 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas Brownsville
Associate of Science - Nursing
Texas Southmost Community College
Master of Science - Nursing
Texas Womens University