- Gardening
- Playing Sports
- Yoga
- Gym Workouts
- Cooking
Samantha Vercher
Metairie,LA
Summary
Experienced with patient care, medical procedures, and clinical settings. Utilizes comprehensive nursing knowledge to assist in diverse healthcare needs. Strong understanding of patient assessments, care coordination, and teamwork in dynamic environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse
LSUHSC
08.2023 - Current
- Executed clinical rotations in medical surgical, mental health, women's health, pediatric, and intensive care units.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Completed bed baths, occupied and unoccupied bed changes, administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications. Performed nursing assessments and assessed vital signs on patients. Assisted with urinary catheter insertion, performed bladder scans, drawn labs, set up intravenous fluids, and measured urinary output with instruction by clinical instructor.
- Collaborated with nurses during rotations with an empathetic approach to build patient trust. Gained exposure to electronic medical records systems (Epic).
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Gulf South Autism Center
08.2021 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Performed ongoing data collection and analysis to measure the effectiveness of implemented interventions, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Supported clients in achieving personal goals, providing consistent encouragement and celebrating milestones.
- Increased client engagement during therapy sessions with creative activities tailored to their interests and abilities.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by teaching clients adaptive skills and coping strategies through ABA methods.
Nurse Technician
University Medical Center Burn ICU
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance, giving baths, and performing dress changes for patients.
- Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
Preschool Teacher and Manager
Wonderkids Academy
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Designed creative lesson plans that incorporated hands-on activities and interactive learning experiences to foster curiosity and engagement in young learners.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students, adhering to health and safety guidelines in the classroom.
- Boosted children''s social development by promoting positive interactions among peers through group activities and collaborative projects.
Physical Therapy Technician
Action Therapy and Wellness
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Educated patients on proper exercise techniques and home care routines, promoting long-term health and injury prevention.
- Built rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their rehabilitation journey.
- Contributed to a positive clinic atmosphere by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas, ensuring efficient workflows for staff members.
- Monitored patient safety during treatments by diligently observing their movements and adjusting equipment settings accordingly.
Childcare Employee
Stone Creek Club and Spa
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Maintained detailed daily records of each child''s progress and shared updates with parents regularly.
- Implemented creative art projects to stimulate cognitive growth and fine motor skill development in children.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, resulting in improved behavior from children.
- Provided support during meal times, ensuring proper nutrition and healthy eating habits were maintained.
- Promoted social skills development by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork among children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Psychology
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Science Center
New Orleans, LA12.2025
Skills
- Patient care
- Activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Mobility assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Compassionate communication
- Problem solving skills
- Medication administration
- Patient safety
- Time management
- Organization
- Willingness to Learn
Certification
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS, CPR, AED)- American Heart Association, 2024
Interests
Timeline
Nurse Technician
University Medical Center Burn ICU
05.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
LSUHSC
08.2023 - Current
Registered Behavioral Therapist
Gulf South Autism Center
08.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher and Manager
Wonderkids Academy
07.2020 - 08.2021
Physical Therapy Technician
Action Therapy and Wellness
06.2019 - 02.2021
Childcare Employee
Stone Creek Club and Spa
05.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences, Psychology
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Louisiana State University Health Science Center
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