SAMANTHA SALINAS
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Diligent pediatric nurse practitioner student with nearly 10 years of diverse nursing experience in inpatient and outpatient care for pediatric and adult populations. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary medical teams with the goal of delivering direct and effective patient care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pre-Operative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Discharge Nurse
Methodist Hospitals
11.2024 - Current
- Conduct advanced post-anesthesia assessments and monitor airway, hemodynamic, and neurological status
- Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams for safe recovery and discharge Provide patient and family education with clear, evidence-based discharge instructions Manage acute post-operative complications (e.g., airway compromise, hemodynamic instability, nausea/vomiting, pain).
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CVS Health
01.2023 - 11.2024
- Create individualized care plans based on nursing diagnosis and incorporate appropriate nursing methods to achieve positive outcomes
- Partner with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement a plan of care
Electrophysiology RN
Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, procedures, and treatment plans
- Interpreted diagnostic tests and remote cardiac device data (EKGs, pacemakers, defibrillators) to identify clinical concerns
- Conducted post-procedure wound assessments and monitored for complications or infection
- Performed telephone triage by obtaining focused histories and communicating findings to specialty providers to guide care decisions
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, coordinated patient care
- Performed inpatient rounding, synthesizing assessment data and diagnostics to report patient progress and clinical concerns to physician
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Provided critical care to pediatric patients with complex cardiac conditions in a high-acuity PICU
- Interpreted continuous cardiac monitoring, hemodynamic data, and invasive lines to guide interventions
- Managed post-operative cardiac patients, including ventilatory and vasoactive support
- Collaborated with pediatric cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and multidisciplinary teams during daily rounds
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Health System
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized nursing care plans based on ongoing patient assessment
- Managed care for critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation, oscillation, ECMO, and peritoneal dialysis
- Titrated multiple sedation, cardiac, and vasoactive infusions for intubated patients
- Provided post-anesthesia recovery care and complex wound/drain management
- Served as sedating and circulating nurse for invasive procedures, including burn debridement and central line placement
- Precepted new staff and contributed to quality improvement through the Wound Care and Peer Evaluation committees
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center
05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing, University of the Incarnate Word
12-2016
Skills
- High level of autonomy
- Time Management
- Patient Education
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Wound Management
- Collaborative Care Planning
Affiliations
Society of Pediatric Nurses
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas - Expiration: May 2027
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support - Expiration: March 2027
- Basic Life Support - Expiration: December 2026
Timeline
Pre-Operative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, Discharge Nurse
Methodist Hospitals
11.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager
CVS Health
01.2023 - 11.2024
Electrophysiology RN
Cardiology Clinic of San Antonio
09.2021 - 12.2022
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Children’s Hospital of San Antonio
03.2020 - 05.2021
Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse
University Health System
03.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing, University of the Incarnate Word
Master of Science in Nursing - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care
Texas Tech Health Sciences Center