Samantha Barnes

• Delivered holistic, evidence-based care to diverse patient population under RN preceptorship.
• Collaborated with oncology and interdisciplinary teams to achieve safe patient outcomes.
• Educated patients and families on treatment plans, side effect management, and infection prevention strategies.
• Performed focused assessments, monitored labs and vitals, and supported medication administration.
• Observed chemotherapy administration and central line management for enhanced clinical understanding.
• Developed advanced clinical judgment and prioritization skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Assisted with pain management interventions to improve patient comfort.
• Engaged in symptom control interventions to address patient needs effectively.

• Delivered emergency, operating room, and intensive care for patients with acute conditions.
• Assisted triage and patient prioritization alongside wound care and IV therapy in Emergency Department.
• Supported perioperative and post-anesthesia recovery care in OR, Pre-Op, and PACU settings.
• Rotated through various ICUs, observing mechanical ventilation and critical medication administration.
• Strengthened crisis management and teamwork skills in high-acuity healthcare environments.

• Cultivated nurse-patient relationships with community members with developmental disabilities, including autism and Down syndrome.
• Facilitated social, cognitive, and physical engagement through games, puzzles, and exercise classes.
• Designed and executed health-promotion intervention 'Miles for Smiles' integrating physical activity and cognitive engagement.
• Applied community-based nursing principles to enhance wellness and improve quality of life.

• Completed rotations in basic, intermediate, and advanced NICU levels, caring for neonates across varying acuity levels.
• Provided feeding, swaddling, and diapering care in lower-acuity settings while assisting in medication administration and vital monitoring in higher-acuity units.
• Maintained sterile, thermally stable environments within isolattes for neonates while assisting with critical interventions for premature and medically fragile infants.
• Enhanced understanding of neonatal pathophysiology, developmental milestones, and family education strategies.

• Completed clinical experience on the Pediatric Ortho/Trauma Unit, caring for children recovering from injury and surgical procedures.
• Assisted with daily care, pain assessment, and age-appropriate communication with both patients and families.
• Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure safe, family-centered care.

• Facilitated daily therapeutic activities such as reading, games, puzzles, and art to enhance emotional stability.
• Assisted nurses during unit rounds with mental status evaluations and behavioral assessments.
• Employed therapeutic communication techniques to help patients reflect on their experiences with conditions.
• Fostered a safe, compassionate environment for individuals facing acute and chronic psychiatric disorders.

• Provided managed care for multiple patients with complex medical and surgical conditions under RN supervision.
• Conducted focused assessments and assisted with medication administration, wound care, and mobility support.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams including PT/OT, respiratory therapy, and case management for coordinated care.
• Enhanced time management and clinical judgment skills while prioritizing multiple patient needs.

• Participated in Labor & Delivery, Postpartum, and Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU), gaining comprehensive insight into obstetric processes.
• Assisted nursing staff with labor preparation, fetal monitoring, and patient support during deliveries.
• Educated postpartum mothers on essential newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and recovery practices.
• Observed cesarean section procedure to understand surgical teamwork and sterile techniques.

Delivered safe, nurturing care for infants and school-age children.

Supported developmental milestones through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

Promoted emotional regulation by establishing routine structures and encouraging positive behaviors.

• Facilitated classroom learning and supervision while enhancing social skills development and enrichment activities.
• Taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques, and effective study approaches to students.

• · Collaborated and worked as a team with kitchen staff members to provide nutritious meals quickly and efficiently to customers while keeping a clean and safe environment.

• Assisted members with inquiries regarding memberships and facilities upon check-in.
• Delivered facility tours while providing customer support in a fast-paced setting.
• Prepared smoothies, protein drinks, and maintained clean, organized gym areas.

Restocked patient care supplies to enhance unit workflow efficiency.

Transported specimens, lab results, and patient records promptly.

Maintained clean and safe environments across ER, Radiology, and Cancer Center units.

• Collaborated with Veterinary Technicians to enhance patient care and treatment processes.
• Prepared and sterilized surgical instruments to ensure readiness for procedures.
• Organized clinical supplies to maintain an efficient workflow in the clinic.