Samantha Taddy
Hamilton Health Services
Two Rivers,WI
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Compassionate Registered Nurse experienced in hospice and acute care. Delivered patient-centered care through effective medication administration, thorough assessments, and precise EMR/EHR documentation. Focused on enhancing patient and family education, symptom management, and smooth care transitions in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Registered Nurse
6 Months- Administered medications and monitored responses to maintain safe, timely treatment.
- Assessed patient conditions and updated care plans with accurate clinical documentation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and discharge planning.
- Educated patients and families on recovery instructions, medications, and follow-up care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
1 Year 7 Months- Coordinated interdisciplinary hospice care plans, aligning nursing interventions with patient goals and family needs.
- Assessed patient conditions, updated clinical documentation, and adjusted care plans for changing symptom management needs.
- Educated families on end-of-life care, medication use, and comfort measures to support informed decisions.
- Collaborated with physicians, social workers, and aides to ensure consistent, patient-centered hospice services.
- Documented visits, assessments, and care transitions accurately to maintain compliance and continuity of care.
- Supported admissions, recertifications, and discharge planning through thorough review of eligibility and care requirements.
- Monitored symptom progression and communicated clinical changes promptly to guide timely interventions.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Participated in on-call rotations to deliver after-hours care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients'' physical, emotional, and social needs in order to develop individualized care plans that facilitated optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse
1 Year 1 Month- Administered medications, monitored responses, and documented treatments accurately in electronic health records.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care plans based on clinical findings and unit protocols.
- Coordinated care with physicians, therapists, and support staff to maintain consistent patient care.
- Educated patients and families on discharge instructions, medication use, and recovery expectations.
- Trained in cardiac and insulin IV drips.
- Telemetry trained.
- Monitored LTEM patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve workflow and ensure continuity of care.
- Responded to urgent changes in patient status and initiated appropriate nursing interventions.
- Maintained infection control standards and followed safety procedures during all patient care activities.
- Tracked vital signs, lab results, and symptom changes to support timely clinical decisions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Nurse Extern
11 Months- Obtained vital signs and reported abnormal findings promptly to nursing staff.
- Obtained vital signs and reported abnormal findings promptly to nursing
- Documented care activities accurately in electronic medical records and patient charts.
- Collected specimens and prepared supplies according to infection control standards.
- Supported patient transfers, transport, and repositioning using safe handling techniques.
- Monitored patient comfort and responded quickly to call light requests.
- Assisted with patient ambulation and use of mobility assistance aids to reduce risks.
- Extern in the operating room and Same Day surgery/PACU
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
High School Diploma
Skills
Licensed RN
IV medication administration
IV setup
Telemetry monitoring
Patient assessments
Physical assessments
Patient care
Direct care
Emergency response
Infection control
Vital signs monitoring
Vaccine administration
Intake and discharge
EMR / EHR
Autonomous work
Independent practice
Family advocacy
Clinical judgment
Bedside manner
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - Granted 07/12/2023 Renewal Date 02/29/2028
- BLS Certification - Granted 10/23/2025 Renewal 10/23/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hamilton Health Services
04.2026 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Sharon S . Richardson Community Hospice
09.2024 - 04.2026Read More
Registered Nurse
Aurora BayCare Medical Center
08.2023 - 09.2024Read More
Nurse Extern
Aurora Medical Center Manitowoc
03.2022 - 02.2023Read More
Lakeshore Technical College
Associate of Science from Nursing
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Two Rivers High School
High School Diploma
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