SAMANTHA BACCI
Louisville
Summary
Experienced RN with 3 years in a Level IV NICU and a strong foundation in telemetry. Proficient in managing high-acuity neonatal patients, interpreting complex clinical data, and delivering safe, evidence-based care. Ready to build on critical care expertise and pursue nurse anesthesia with focus, discipline, and clinical excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Neonatal ICU Nurse
Norton Children's Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Baptist Health La Grange
06.2023 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including assessment and nursing diagnosis.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or stroke.
- Educated patients and family members on disease processes, treatment regimens and self-care techniques.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with physicians, families, colleagues and other healthcare providers.
- Recognized potential problems that could adversely affect patient outcomes and took appropriate action to intervene if needed.
PCA/Monitor Tech
Baptist Health La Grange
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Help assist the nursing staff by performing selected nursing procedures and routine duties in caring for patients.
- Provide help to patients to perform ADLs.
- Provide a safe environment according to policy. Ex: bed alarms, falls procedures, seizure precautions, etc.
- Follow through with orders according to scope of practice and policy.
- Report abnormal vital signs or observations to nurses.
- Clerical aptitude who assists the staff nurse by assuming clerical responsibilities.
- Monitoring patient's cardiac rhythm through recognition of changes according to telemetry policies and procedures.
- Answer call lights.
Server
Raffertys
07.2016 - 08.2020
- Delivered excellent customer service in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, managing up to a 5 tables minimum at a time.
- Maintained professionalism and composure during peak hours and conflict resolution.
- Developed strong interpersonal skills and teamwork through close collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house staff.
- Honed attention to detail and multitasking—skills directly transferable to patient care and procedural preparation.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Sullivan University
Louisville, KY03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine
LouisvilleSkills
- Patient monitoring and assessment
- Airway management experience
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Medication/Sedation administration and titration
- Code response
- Rapid clinical judgement
- Ability to work in a high-stakes environment
- Stress tolerance
- Attention to detail
- Infection control
- Strong Leadership and communication
- Adaptability
Certification
- NRP
- PALS
- ACLS
- BLS
- CCRN- neonatal
Professional Development
- Preceptor for Students and new hires
- Lead for Care Mentor
- Member of AACN
- Member of AANA
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Baptist Health La Grange
06.2023 - Current
Neonatal ICU Nurse
Norton Children's Hospital
04.2022 - Current
PCA/Monitor Tech
Baptist Health La Grange
11.2019 - 04.2022
Server
Raffertys
07.2016 - 08.2020
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Sullivan University
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bellarmine