Samantha R. Edgell
Owensboro
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about charting, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, and clear verbal and written communication skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Michelle P. Waiver/CDO Employee
GRADD
02.2014 - Current
- Caseworker: Danielle Street
- Autism services for my son
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- 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.
Correctional Nurse
Daviess County Detention Center
04.2011 - 12.2011
- Salary $40,000, 36/hours week
- Enhanced patient care by administering medications and treatments to inmates as prescribed.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Safeguarded medication administration process by adhering to stringent security procedures and regulations specific to correctional facilities.
- Supported mental health needs of inmates by identifying at-risk individuals and coordinating appropriate referrals to psychiatric professionals when necessary.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Complied with all current and future state, federal, and local laws and regulations.
- Complied with court orders, medical department rules and the policies and procedures
- Maintain working knowledge of pharmacology, including drug reaction/overdose.
- Be capable of giving CPR instructions and ability to take charge in a CPR emergency.
- Present/participate in in-service education sessions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Night shift charge nurse
Millers Merry Manor (The Waters Of Rockport)
06.2000 - 02.2013
- Supervising CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants)
- Observation of patients' skin for potential bed sores and wound care
- Enhanced patient care by closely monitoring and assessing vital signs, administering medications, and updating care plans as needed.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing thorough double-checking procedures for all administered medications.
- Mentored new nurses, providing guidance on best practices for quality patient care during night shifts.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess patient status, making necessary interventions and documenting any changes in condition.
- Consistently maintained proper infection control standards throughout the unit, reducing potential risks for both patients and staff members.
- Ensured continuity of care by effectively communicating pertinent patient information to oncoming shift nurses during handoff reports.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Dayshift Charge Nurse
Mount Saint Joseph
10.2002 - 07.2003
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
- Wound care
- Supervising CNAs and CMA's
- Scheduling appointments for doctor appointments, tests, procedures, x-rays and therapy
- Draw labs
- Initiated an outside Pharmacy Company to serve the sisters
- Worked with Hospice to give comfort to the sisters with cancer and end of life illnesses
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Supervised patient admissions and discharges from hospital to home care, self-care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Owensboro Community And Technical Collage
Owensboro, KY12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Owensboro Technical College
Owensboro, KY05.2000
General Education -
Owensboro Community College
Owensboro, KY01.1999
General Education -
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN01.1993
Diploma -
South Spencer High School
Rockport, IN01.1992
Skills
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- Chronic Disease Management
- Interpersonal Skills
- Active Listening
- Procedure Assistance
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Intravenous therapy
- Wound Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Documentation
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection Control
- Task Prioritization
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient Education
- Compassionate and Caring
- Self Motivation
- Professionalism
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Michelle P. Waiver/CDO Employee
GRADD
02.2014 - Current
Correctional Nurse
Daviess County Detention Center
04.2011 - 12.2011
Dayshift Charge Nurse
Mount Saint Joseph
10.2002 - 07.2003
Night shift charge nurse
Millers Merry Manor (The Waters Of Rockport)
06.2000 - 02.2013
Associates of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Owensboro Community And Technical Collage
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Owensboro Technical College
General Education -
Owensboro Community College
General Education -
University of Southern Indiana
Diploma -
South Spencer High School
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