Samanthia Barton
Colbert,GA
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient recovery and safety, my time at St. Marys Hospital showcased my ability to decrease medication errors and improve patient satisfaction through compassionate care and meticulous attention to detail. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education, I excel in fast-paced healthcare environments, prioritizing patient needs and outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, PACU
St. Marys Hospital
05.2024 - Current
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Expedited patient admission into the PACU through rapid assessment of vital signs upon arrival from surgeries.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively documenting patient assessments, interventions, responses, and progress in electronic medical records systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Athens Orthopedic Clinic
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Streamlined operating room setup for faster procedure turnaround times, ensuring timely patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical cases by efficiently preparing operating rooms for subsequent procedures.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a sterile operating room environment through proper cleaning and equipment handling techniques.
- Minimized post-operative complications through diligent assessment of patients'' vital signs and overall condition during recovery.
- Increased patient satisfaction with preoperative care by thoroughly explaining procedures and addressing any questions or concerns.
- Adhered to strict protocols for medication administration during surgery, ensuring accurate dosages and preventing adverse reactions.
- Demonstrated adaptability to various types of surgeries, swiftly learning new techniques when required.
- Assisted in successful surgeries by providing necessary instruments and supplies to the surgeon in a timely manner.
Recovery Room Nurse
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Educated patients about post-operative instructions for medication administration, infection complications and preventive health measures.
- Obtained and administered medications or intravenous solutions to patients to decrease pain levels and replace lost fluids.
- Coordinated and consulted with healthcare team members to implement, plan and assess patient care plans.
- Conducted thorough post-operative patient assessments to determine patient condition and readiness for discharge.
- Helped maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulations through strict adherence to guidelines related to documentation, medication administration, and patient privacy.
- Reduced complications after surgery by closely monitoring patients for any signs of distress or pain.
- Optimized patient outcomes by administering medications accurately and according to physician orders.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing personalized post-operative care plans.
- Prevented potential medical emergencies through timely identification of critical issues and swift intervention when necessary.
- Relieved patient anxiety during the postoperative period using effective communication skills and reassurance techniques tailored to individual needs.
Education
Bachelors - Nursing
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA12.2022
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Ethical practice
- IV insertion
- Discharge planning
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway management
- Basic life support
- Pain management
- Patient education
- IV fluid administration
- Cardiac monitoring
- Patient recovery assessments
- Compassionate care
- Health education
- Medication administration
- Care activities prioritization
- Vital signs recording
- Pain management oversight
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Procedure assistance
- Critical thinking
- Care coordination
- Immunizations and vaccinations
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Tracheostomy care
- Documentation
- Wound care
- Patient care assessment
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- State Driver's License
- First Aid Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, PACU
St. Marys Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Athens Orthopedic Clinic
01.2024 - 04.2024
Recovery Room Nurse
Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 11.2023
Bachelors - Nursing
Brenau University
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