Samantha Dunn
Arvada
Summary
Compassionate and motivated registered nurse with three years of experience in a cardiac-neuro intermediate care unit. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, effective decision-making, leadership, and the ability to prioritize patient care efficiently, while consistently delivering high-quality, patient-focused cardiovascular care in a collaborative, innovative practice environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Lutheran Medical Center
Wheat Ridge
02.2022 - Current
- 32-bed cardiac/neuro step-down unit delivering comprehensive care to acutely ill adult patients.
- Experienced in titrating and monitoring cardiac drips with continuous patient assessment.
- Serve as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, new hires, and capstone students.
- Developed and implemented an orientation guide and training class to enhance new grad onboarding efficiency.
- Manage staffing assignments while mentoring as a relief charge.
AmeriCorps Member
Marillac Health
Grand Junction
06.2021 - 08.2021
- 10-week, 300-hour service position working to combat COVID-19 in Mesa County.
- Duties include coordinating clinics and administering vaccines at public county health departments, high schools, and farmers' markets.
Site Lead
COVIDCheck
Fruita
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Supervised daily operations of COVID testing sites, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored staff on procedures and best practices for efficient testing.
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Villa Grande Care Center
Grand Junction
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients and families, promoting dignity, trust, and a positive care experience.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction 12-2022
Skills
- Pre- and post-cardiac catheterization care, including FemStop application and vascular access site monitoring
- Post pacemaker and implantable defibrillator monitoring
- Continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring and interpretation
- Post-peripheral angioplasty monitoring
- Rapid recognition and response to emergencies
- Patient education and discharge instructions
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with care team
- Accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record
Certification
Registered Nurse #RN.1687559
References
John Valentino - Telemetry Unit Manager
Lutheran Medical Center
John.Valentino@imail.org
303-489-9426
Marissa McCrea - Telemetry Unit Assistant Manager
Lutheran Medical Center
Marissa.Mccrea@imail.org
303-810-9377
Camille Kupecz - Telemetry Unit Charge Nurse
Lutheran Medical Center
Camille.kupecz@imail.org
720-352-4626
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Lutheran Medical Center
02.2022 - Current
AmeriCorps Member
Marillac Health
06.2021 - 08.2021
Site Lead
COVIDCheck
11.2020 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
La Villa Grande Care Center
05.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University