Samantha Tess Herring
High Point,NC
Summary
I am a dedicated Registered Nurse at High Point Medical Center. I have learned how to multitask and provide compassionate care while managing up to six patients simultaneously. I have demonstrated teamwork and critical thinking skills, significantly enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication administration and advocacy. I have always put my patient's safety as my top priority and continue to do so. I am passionate about what I do and I am always looking to grow in my career so I can be the best version of myself and the best nurse I can be to my patients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
High Point Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Managed caseload of six patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
High Point Medical Center
11.2019 - 07.2023
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC05.2023
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Healthcare ethics
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medication and IV administration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Wound Care
- Documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Professional Demeanor
- Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
High Point Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
High Point Medical Center
11.2019 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
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