Samira Yates

• Provided evidence-based, comprehensive care to chronically ill patients in a fast-paced environment while developing patient-provider relationships with a strong focus on patient advocacy.
• Prescribed appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities to support health and comfort of patients.
• Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
• Coordinated with physicians, specialists, and other medical staff to develop treatment plans for chronic conditions.
• Educated patients on treatment options, medical needs, and non-medical options for treatments and therapy.
• Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
• Educated and guided patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits to prevent Type-2 diabetes and other complications.
• Coordinated referrals for specialty services and additional care.
• Utilized evidence-based and holistic approaches to care in family practice settings.
• Attended continuing education seminars and workshops to stay current with best practices.
• Assisted in development of clinical protocols and standards of care.
• Provider Recognition Award received.

• Admitted, assessed and prepared ambulatory care patients for surgery in accordance with surgery center policies and individual patient needs.
• Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
• Involved patient and support person in decisions affecting perioperative plan of care and rehabilitation process and evaluated patient progress toward attaining outcomes.
• Assisted with or initiated emergency measures for sudden adverse development in patients with cardiac arrest, respiratory distress and shock.
• Performed interventions to assist patient in returning to normothermia at conclusion of immediate postoperative period.
• Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
• Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
• Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
• As Charge & Staff Nurse: Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
• As Charge Nurse: Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
• As Charge Nurse: Supervised and managed daily scheduling, tasking, and administration.
• Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
• Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.

Research Participation:

• InGeneron Inc. Human Subcutaneous Adipose for Cell Isolation Studies, 2015
• Exparel Pain Study, 2017

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Employee Appreciation Award received.

• Assessed, evaluated, and cared for neonate and pediatric patients.
• Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
• Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
• Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
• Employee Recognition Award received