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Samantha Casselman

Adelphi

Summary

Dynamic nursing professional with extensive clinical expertise and a strong background in curriculum development at George Mason University. Proven ability to enhance patient safety and quality improvement through evidence-based practices. Skilled in mentoring and coaching, fostering a collaborative environment to optimize healthcare outcomes. Committed to advancing nursing education and patient care excellence.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor

George Mason University, George Washington Univers
  • Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize student learning
  • Oriented and provided instruction to students during clinical rotations.
  • Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
  • Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.

Professional Development Specialist

Children's National Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed and delivered various training courses for staff's on-going education needs.
  • Consulted and negotiated with various levels of management and stakeholders to determine training priorities and needs.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.

Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator- Team Lead

Inova Fairfax Medical Center
03.2019 - 08.2024
  • Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services.
  • Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
  • Improved nursing care by identifying and targeting procedural gaps.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
  • Provided targeted care and treatment to 60-100 VAD patients.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
  • Developed and delivered various training courses for staff's on-going education needs.
  • Designed and developed numerous e-learning courses, videos, simulations and online content.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Children's National Medical Center
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Liaised with pediatric patients and caregivers following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
  • Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab

West Virginia University Medicine
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Children's Medical Center Dallas
03.2016 - 09.2017

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Monongalia General Hospital
06.2013 - 03.2016

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education

The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX
12-2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
05-2013

Skills

  • Evidence-based practice
  • Clinical expertise
  • Clinical supervision
  • Curriculum development
  • Healthcare technology
  • Nursing process
  • Patient safety
  • Quality improvement
  • Program accreditation

Certification

  • Basic Life Support
  • Ventricular Assist Device-Certified

Timeline

Professional Development Specialist

Children's National Medical Center
08.2024 - Current

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Children's National Medical Center
10.2019 - 10.2020

Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator- Team Lead

Inova Fairfax Medical Center
03.2019 - 08.2024

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab

West Virginia University Medicine
09.2017 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Children's Medical Center Dallas
03.2016 - 09.2017

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit

Monongalia General Hospital
06.2013 - 03.2016

Adjunct Nursing Clinical Instructor

George Mason University, George Washington Univers

Master of Science - Nursing Education

The University of Texas At Arlington

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

West Virginia University

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