Samantha Schacher
Battle Creek
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting adherence to best practices in patient care.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient outcomes and streamlined nursing workflows within the unit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, utilizing evidence-based practices to inform care decisions.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring holistic approaches were integrated into care delivery practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronson
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Baths, dresses, and assist patients in walking and turning.
- Improves patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cares for wounds, provides treatments, and assists with procedures.
- Facilitates efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Manages time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtains patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapts quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Acute Care Aid
Bronson
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Take and record vital signs
- Answered call lights and prioritizes patient requests
- Assisted patients with meals
- Assisted patients with movement and ambulating
- Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
- Provided comfort for patients and their families
- Enhanced patient recovery by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
Certified Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
04.2020 - 05.2023
- Evaluated vascular access for patency
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
- Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
- Performed vascular access cannulation
- Monitored patients' response to dialysis therapy
- Explained dialysis procedures to patients and answered questions and concerns prior to starting dialysis.
Group Leader
CSL Plasma
08.2018 - 04.2020
- Mentored staff on best practices for plasma collection procedures, improving team performance.
- Led team in compliance with safety and quality standards, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow processes to optimize donor experience and minimize wait times.
- Implemented training programs for new employees, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Coordinated with management to develop strategic initiatives aimed at increasing donor retention.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, providing constructive feedback to support professional development of team members.
Operation Supervisor
Biomat USA
09.2012 - 08.2018
- Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements and optimize resource allocation.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce processing time.
- Facilitated regular audits to ensure adherence to safety regulations and quality standards.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement projects, resulting in enhanced business performance.
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff, enhancing team performance and skill sets.
- Strengthened compliance with industry regulations by updating policies and conducting regular staff training sessions.
- Empowered team leaders with autonomy in decision-making, fostering dynamic and responsive operational environment.
Education
Associate of science - Nursing
Kellogg Community College
05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05-2027
Skills
- BLS
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Problem-Solving Skills
- Strong Organizational Skills
- Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Effective Time Management
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronson
05.2024 - 05.2025
Acute Care Aid
Bronson
05.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
04.2020 - 05.2023
Group Leader
CSL Plasma
08.2018 - 04.2020
Operation Supervisor
Biomat USA
09.2012 - 08.2018
Associate of science - Nursing
Kellogg Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Michigan University
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