Samantha Theobald
Mount Pleasant
Summary
Dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of experience in advanced clinical roles and critical care. Board-certified with a Master of Science in Nursing, demonstrating expertise in diagnosis, treatment planning, and patient education. Proven ability to deliver empathetic patient care while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Skilled in implementing best practices to ensure optimal patient outcomes in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Curana Healthcare
07.2025 - Current
- Enhanced patient outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments and individualized care plans.
- Optimized service delivery through collaboration with interdisciplinary care teams.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health strategies.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing evidence-based practices and improving clinical protocols.
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness through regular assessments and adjustments in care plans.
- Documented patient histories and conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnostics.
- Oversee care of up to 24 subacute rehab patients and 32 LTC residents
FNP with Geriatric Facility Care Specialists
Wellmore of Daniel Island
07.2023 - Current
- Treatment of patients during subacute rehab/LTC
- Managed primary care/ acute care issues.
- Treat patients for chronic illnesses (CHF, COPD, HTN, HLD, DM, etc.)
- Organized treatment plans for acute and chronic pain
- Referred patients to medical specialists and coordinated patient care with social workers, therapy team, and psychiatrist.
- Provided compassionate care to residents, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans tailored to individual resident needs.
FNP with Geriatric Facility Care Specialists
NHC of Charleston
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced patient outcomes during subacute rehab and long-term care management.
- Addressed primary and acute care issues for diverse patient populations.
- Managed chronic illnesses, including CHF, COPD, HTN, HLD, and DM.
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for managing acute and chronic pain.
- Coordinated patient care by collaborating with specialists and therapy teams.
Utilization Management Nurse
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
PACU PRN
Summerville Medical Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Educated patients and families on surgical and anesthesia side effects.
- Monitored pain levels and vital signs for post-operative patient recovery.
- Evaluated patient progress, utilizing clinical judgment for effective interventions.
- Assessed patients recovering from surgery and emerging from anesthesia.
- Explained recovery steps to enhance patient understanding and comfort.
Registered Nurse ICU Float Pool
Sentara Norfolk General
12.2018 - 06.2021
- Educated patients on medication effects, enhancing treatment understanding and compliance.
- Utilized RPMS and EHR systems for efficient patient data management.
- Monitored patient reactions while administering oral, IV, and intramuscular medications.
- Supported patients and families in stressful situations, promoting comfort and recovery.
- Advocated for patient needs, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on treatment plans.
Registered Nurse- ICU, Pool
University Hospital New Brunswick
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Travel RN ICU Float POOL
- COVID-19 Assignment
Registered Nurse Traveler-CVICU
INOVA Fairfax
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Travel RN- CVICU
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Ensured optimal recovery for patients post-open-heart surgery and transplants.
- Facilitated weaning and extubation processes for post-operative patients.
- Monitored swan catheter lines for critical patient metrics and interventions.
- Administered care for patients with open chests post-surgery using EPIC charting.
- Delivered comprehensive daily nursing care in a high-acuity surgical environment.
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to CVICU patients post-surgery.
- Ensured optimal recovery by monitoring vital signs and cardiac rhythms consistently.
- Facilitated safe extubation and awakening from anesthesia for postoperative patients.
- Administered medications and conducted thorough assessments every one to two hours.
- Executed pacer wire and chest tube removal following established protocols.
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
07.2013 - 05.2015
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in Heart Failure/Pulmonary Hypertension Unit.
- Administered medications, provided wound care, and conducted assessments regularly.
- Recognized cardiac rhythms and facilitated communication among healthcare team members.
- Performed daily charting in Cerner, utilizing Sunport and Netlearning systems.
- Mentored student nurses and new graduates in critical care internship programs.
Education
Masters - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University
Boston, MA12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL12.2014
Associates of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of Health Sciences
Orlando, FL04.2013
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Differential diagnosis
- Patient examination
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Care plan development
- Chronic disease management
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Patient referrals
- Palliative care
- Geriatric treatment
Certification
- South Carolina APN.RX 27061 exp: 2026-04-30
- DEA MT8467563
- South Carolina RN Compact License 262700 exp: 2026-04
- AANP Certification 2022-12-29 Exp: 2028-02
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Curana Healthcare
07.2025 - Current
FNP with Geriatric Facility Care Specialists
Wellmore of Daniel Island
07.2023 - Current
FNP with Geriatric Facility Care Specialists
NHC of Charleston
02.2023 - 07.2023
Utilization Management Nurse
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of SC
08.2022 - 01.2023
PACU PRN
Summerville Medical Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse- ICU, Pool
University Hospital New Brunswick
04.2020 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse ICU Float Pool
Sentara Norfolk General
12.2018 - 06.2021
Registered Nurse Traveler-CVICU
INOVA Fairfax
04.2018 - 11.2018
Registered Nurse
Sentara Norfolk General
07.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
05.2015 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse
Florida Hospital
07.2013 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Associates of Science - Nursing
Adventist University of Health Sciences
Masters - Family Nurse Practitioner
Simmons University