Samantha Walsh
Virginia
Summary
Compassionate Hospice Nurse offering top-notch skills in patient needs assessment and medication management. A pleasant individual with over 3 years caring for end-of-life patients. Ready to join a new company that appreciates exceptional care and exemplary nursing skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Suncrest Hospice
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2021 - Current
- Performed initial assessments of new patients to determine hospice eligibility.
- Educated family caregivers on providing basic nursing care such as wound dressing changes or catheter maintenance.
- Ensured timely completion of all required documentation including admission paperwork, discharge summaries.
- Identified medical equipment and supplies needed by patient; arranged for delivery and set up as appropriate.
- Provided guidance on managing symptoms related to terminal illnesses such as pain control techniques or nutrition counseling.
- Provided patient and family education regarding disease process, symptom management, end-of-life issues, and available resources.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times through active listening skills.
- Facilitated referrals for additional services such as social work counseling or spiritual care when necessary.
- Responded promptly to emergent situations involving hospice patients and provided crisis intervention when needed.
- Assessed patients' physical and psychological needs, developed individualized care plans, and monitored progress in meeting goals.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care for all patients.
- Assisted in end-of-life decision making processes with respect to patient wishes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
Registered Nurse
Atria Senior Living
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Medication Aide
Atria Senior Living
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2014 - 09.2018
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Communicated effectively with physicians, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals regarding medication administration issues.
- Attended continuing education classes related to medication administration topics.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Grant House
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2011 - 04.2014
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth09-2018
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Care Assessment
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Chronic Disease Management
- Chart updating
- Electronic Health Records Management
- ADL Assistance
- Infectious disease control
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- Case Management
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Palliative and Pain Management
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Hospice Care
- Compassionate Care
- Emotional Support
- Physician communication
- Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Suncrest Hospice
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Atria Senior Living
10.2019 - Current
Medication Aide
Atria Senior Living
05.2014 - 09.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kings Grant House
01.2011 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Tidewater Community College
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