Samantha Lopez
Newcomb
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
University Hospital Geelong, Barwon Health
05.2022 - Current
- Currently working with CRU in the acute pool, primarily across HW5, HW6 and Emergency Department.
- Utilised critical thinking skills to prioritise nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Super Young
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Administer IV Infusions: Safely and effectively provide intravenous therapies in a calm, welcoming, and professional manner both in clinic and on location.
- Patient Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments to understand the individual needs of each member and customise treatment plans accordingly.
- Education and Support: Educate members on their treatment plans, helping them understand the benefits and procedures of their infusions.
- Monitor Reactions and Adjust Treatment: Monitor members during treatments, managing and responding appropriately to any adverse reactions.
- Maintain Documentation: Keep accurate and up-to-date medical records, ensuring that all treatments are documented properly.
Registered Nurse
The Fertility Control Clinic
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted physicians during examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Monitored patients during recovery and provided post-procedure care instructions.
Education
Bachelors - Nursing
Deakin University
Geelong, VIC11-2021
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Controlled Analgesia
- IV Cannulation
- Central Venous Catheters – competent in removal and medication administration
- Adult Basic Life Support
- Bloodsafe
- MOVAIT training
- Smart Moves Smart Lift
- Mandatory competencies as per Clinical Service Training Plan have been completed
- (evidence can be supplied upon request)
Certification
21/10/24 - Eating Disorders Workshop
19/03/25 - Recognising and Responding to Acute Deterioration Study Day
Upcoming:
04/06/25- 12 Lead ECG and Rhythm Interpretation: Introductory Course
14/10/25 - Respiratory Study Day
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Super Young
02.2024 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse
The Fertility Control Clinic
11.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
University Hospital Geelong, Barwon Health
05.2022 - Current
Bachelors - Nursing
Deakin University
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