SAMELA CONNOR Arruda
Lumberton,NC
Summary
To bring a skillset to an organization to help patients of all walks of life to recover and become more aware. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
BAYADA
Fayetteville, NC
08.2024 - Current
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Lead Nurse
North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections
Tabor City, NC
10.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, laws and standards of practice pertaining to nursing care.
- Assumed responsibility for overseeing day-to-day activities within the unit such as shift assignments and workload distribution.
- Maintained accurate records of patient medical histories as well as treatments administered or medications prescribed.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients who were dealing with difficult diagnoses or life changing events.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs designed to enhance knowledge base and stay current on best practices.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Followed protocols regarding quality assurance, biohazards, infection control, charting and emergencies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans, providing guidance to nursing staff in the delivery of services.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Solicited medical history information from patients to provide best and most effective medical advice.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patients' health or safety.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Registered Nurse
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
- Occasionally Charge Nurse, proficient in delegation of task, patient centered care, Pillar Award multiple times.
- Preceptor for student nurses.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments, and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians and unit clerks.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
LPN
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Tabor City, NC
10.2015 - Current
- Patient centered care.
- Oversee nursing assistants.
- After completion of AND transitioned to RN title.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC05.2021
Associates Degree - Nursing
Bladen Community College
Dublin, NCSkills
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Medication administration
- Decision Making
- Care coordination
- Procedure Assistance
- Compassionate and Caring
- Attention to Detail
- Diet and Nutrition
- Treatment Preparation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Patient Care Assessment
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Oversight
- Preventive Healthcare
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Accurate Documentation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Creative Problem Solving
- Needs Assessment
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Infection Control Procedures
- Infection Control Program Advisory
- Unit Oversight
- Microsoft Office
- Direct Patient Care
- Student Precepting
- First Aid
- Delegation and Motivation
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Test Interpretations
- Home vent management
- Trach care
- Lab result interpretation
- Chart updating
- Infectious disease control
- Ventilator support
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Precepting
- Health screening
- Nursing staff leadership
- Diabetes management
- IV management
- Medical assessment
- Geriatric treatment
- Documentation and charting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Procedure preparations
- Documenting vitals
- Medication administration
- IV setup
- Shared governance
- Policy compliance
- Patient education and counseling
- Employee evaluation
- G-tube care
- Electronic health records management
- Patient assessments
Affiliations
Member of Unit Based Council for current unit, BLS instructor, Member of Quality Council for the organization, Vice President of LPN Class.
Accomplishments
2021 Baker Nurse of Excellence for Organization. BLS and ACLS certified. Current BLS instructor.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Patient Transfer - Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
BAYADA
08.2024 - Current
Lead Nurse
North Carolina Department of Adult Corrections
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
09.2019 - Current
LPN
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
10.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Associates Degree - Nursing
Bladen Community College
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