Samantha Rodriguez
Kerrville
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient, with strong interpersonal abilities. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems, and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Supervisor - Nursing Admin
Methodist Hill Country Hospital
Kerrville
07.2018 - 11.2024
- Perform administrative duties and oversee the nursing staff at the Methodist healthcare facility.
- Oversaw daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, monitoring workflow .
- I was required to determine which issues need to be expedited to senior administrators on call
- Provided patients with direct nursing care during periods of department short-staffing.
- Engaged in problem solving initiatives to resolve conflicts between staff or patients.
- Addressed guest complaints promptly and professionally.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
Charge Nurse
Methodist Hill Country Hospital
Fredericksburg
07.2018 - 01.2020
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Ensured that all documentation was completed accurately according to established policies and procedures.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Charge Nurse
Peterson Regional Medical Center
Kerrville
06.2006 - 07.2018
- Charge Nurse of a 36 bed Med/Surg/Cardiac Telemetry Floor
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Distributed assignments to RNs, LPNs and resident advisors, guided work and delivered training to promote proper care standards for patients.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Self Employed Private Caregiver
Multiple
Kerrville
04.1998 - 01.2005
- Assisted in-home patients with ADLs.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Conducted regular safety assessments of homes in order to identify any potential hazards that could cause harm.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises designed by a physical therapist or occupational therapist.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments, grocery stores, and other necessary destinations.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport clients.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Odessa, TX08.2018
Associate of applied Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
San Antonio12.2007
LVN Program - Nursing
Schreiner University
Kerrville, TX08.2005
Skills
- Patient care
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Staff supervision
- Workflow management
- Conflict resolution
- Medication administration
- Data compliance
- Task delegation
- Emergency response
- Scheduling coordination
- Crisis response
- Health and safety
- Multitasking capacity
- MEDITECH EHR software
- Team building
Certification
- BLS Certified
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- Lean/Six Sigma Yellow Belt Training
References
- Kallie Rubio, RN, BSN, ER Charge Nurse. 210464-6126
- Cara Deike, RN, BSN, House Supervisor, 830-456-2310
Volunteer Experience
Sunrise Baptist Church, 10/08/00, Present, Assisted with Christmas services and other events., Contributed to Sunday school program development and innovation., Solicited volunteer work from other parishioners as necessary., Furnished support to ministry teams as required., Helped coordinate food drives for the needy.
Affiliations
- Love of gardening
- Weekly book club-Texas Alumni's
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Methodist Hill Country Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2020
House Supervisor - Nursing Admin
Methodist Hill Country Hospital
07.2018 - 11.2024
Charge Nurse
Peterson Regional Medical Center
06.2006 - 07.2018
Self Employed Private Caregiver
Multiple
04.1998 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas of The Permian Basin
Associate of applied Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
LVN Program - Nursing
Schreiner University
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