Samaris Abreu
Lake Worth,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Family Nurse Practitioner Candidate with over 15 years of critical care nursing experience specializing in neurological intensive care. Proven leadership as Assistant Nurse Manager with expertise in high-acuity patient management, interdisciplinary collaboration, infection prevention, and quality improvement initiatives. Demonstrated success in optimizing patient outcomes, mentoring clinical staff, and leading organizational initiatives, including participation in the Beacon Award for Excellence initiative. Seeking an APRN position where advanced clinical training, leadership, and commitment to patient-centered care can improve healthcare outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
- Lead daily operations of the nursing staff to achieve quality performance
- Ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, JCAHO and the Nurse Practice Act
- Manage resources to achieve quality performance
- Ensure implementation of organizational changes
- Collaborate with all members of the healthcare team to promote optimum healthcare delivery
- Participate in hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and clinical outcomes.
- Contribute to the unit's Beacon Award for Excellence initiative, supporting evidence-based practices, staff engagement, and improved patient care outcomes.
Infection Control Data Analyst Nurse
Delray Medical Center
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Collected and analyzed infection surveillance data to support evidence-based infection prevention strategies.
- Assisted clinicians in identifying opportunities to improve clinical processes and patient safety.
- Investigated and reported hospital-acquired infections while supporting prevention protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement infection control measures and improve healthcare quality metrics.
Assistant Nurse Manager- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
06.2014 - 09.2019
- Supervised nursing operations while ensuring optimal patient care delivery.
- Coordinated staffing, resource management, and quality assurance processes.
- Led implementation of organizational initiatives and evidence-based clinical practices.
Charge Nurse- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Provided clinical leadership while managing unit workflow and patient assignments.
- Delegated responsibilities to nursing staff and ensured appropriate resource utilization.
- Evaluated patient outcomes using evidence-based practice.
Registered Nurse
Delray Medical Center
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Delivered high-quality care to critically ill neurological patients requiring hemodynamic monitoring, ventilatory support, and advanced neurological assessment.
- Developed individualized plans of care using the nursing process.
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic health records and critical care interventions.
Education
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN03-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Lake Worth, FL05-2011
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
The University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05-2026
Skills
- Quality improvement
- Staff development
- Ethical practice
- Evidence-based practice implementation
- Care coordination
Affiliations
- AACN Palm Beach Chapter Member
- NSNA Board member for the Palm Beach State College Chapter
- Neuro Council Member
Certification
- BLS Certification
- ACLS Certification
- Preceptor Certification
- Critical Care Course Certification
- AACN Certifications (ECCO)
- Tenet Nursing Excellence
Languages
Proficient in English & Spanish
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
08.2022 - Current
Infection Control Data Analyst Nurse
Delray Medical Center
09.2019 - 08.2022
Assistant Nurse Manager- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
06.2014 - 09.2019
Charge Nurse- Neurosurgical intensive care unit
Delray Medical Center
06.2013 - 06.2014
Registered Nurse
Delray Medical Center
08.2011 - 06.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Palm Beach State College
Bachelor of science - Nursing
Capella University
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
The University of West Florida