Samarah Smith
Towanda,PA
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and compassionate patient care. Committed to improving patient outcomes through accurate documentation and effective collaboration within healthcare teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
Sayre, PA
10.2024 - Current
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance efficiency in daily nursing operations and reduce wait times.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Troy Community Hospital
Troy, PA
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure safe treatment outcomes.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and disease prevention strategies.
- Documented patient vital signs and medical histories accurately in electronic health records systems.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vestal Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Vestal, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Communicated with patients to provide emotional support and reassurance during treatments.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills and knowledge relevant to patient care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sayre Health Care Center
Sayre, PA
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supported nursing team in executing care plans effectively and efficiently.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in electronic health records accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Towanda Area School District
Towanda, PALicensed Practical Nurse -
Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Towanda, PAHigh School Diploma -
Corning Community College
Corning, NY05-2027
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Physical assessment
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Emergency response
- Patient safety protocols
- Pennsylvania licensed practical nurse
- CPR/AED
Accomplishments
Nominated for numerous Daisy awards, received a patient safety award, and have received multiple awards for stroke care.
Certification
CPR
ALS/BLS
CNA
LPN
Emergency Care Trauma Training
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Troy Community Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vestal Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
01.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Sayre Health Care Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Towanda Area School District
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Licensed Practical Nursing Program
High School Diploma -
Corning Community College
Patient Safety Award
I received this award while working as a new graduate LPN at the Guthrie Troy Community Hospital. I was able to help one seek medical attention for mental health related problems which resulted in a potentially life saving gesture.