Samantha Sweatman
Gosport
Summary
Dynamic Assistant Nurse Manager with proven expertise in quality assurance, budget management, and care coordination. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and enhancing patient care through strong conflict resolution and leadership skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Nurse Manager
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington
05.2021 - Current
- Coordinated daily operations and scheduling for nursing teams to enhance patient services.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Assisted in developing policies to improve patient safety and care standards.
- Resolved staff conflicts to foster a positive work environment within the unit.
- Reviewed medical charts for accuracy and completeness according to established standards.
- Monitored nursing department operations, overseeing budgeting and scheduling to ensure effective policy implementation.
- Planned departmental budget by managing staffing and scheduling to remain within budget constraints.
Bereavement Coordinator
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington
07.2014 - Current
- Delivered resources and information to grieving families to support their healing process.
- Coordinated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive bereavement care.
- Developed educational materials on grief and loss for staff and families.
- Led grief support groups, fostering a safe space for families to share and process their experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided to clients.
- Monitored budgeting and spending related to bereavement services.
- Collaborated in developing organizational policies to enhance bereavement protocols and improve care delivery.
Charge Nurse
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington
03.2007 - 05.2021
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges to optimize workflow and patient experience.
- Managed medication administration and ensured strict adherence to protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations with swift action and leadership.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
Bloomington
10.2001 - 03.2007
- Provided direct patient care during labor and delivery processes.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs consistently.
- Provided assessment of high-risk obstetric patients on admission to Labor and Delivery Unit.
- Assisted in emergency interventions and crisis management, ensuring timely and effective patient care.
- Educated patients and families on labor procedures and pain management options to enhance understanding and comfort.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to create individualized birth plans, promoting patient-centered care.
- Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03-2026
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN08-2001
Skills
- Care coordination
- Quality assurance
- Resource allocation
- Staff development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
Certification
BLS-current
Accomplishments
Bill & Janet Anderson OB Nursing Excellence Award (2008)
Timeline
Assistant Nurse Manager
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Bereavement Coordinator
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
07.2014 - Current
Charge Nurse
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
03.2007 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
IU Health Bloomington Hospital
10.2001 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indiana State University