Samantha Cianci

• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• PICC RN for pediatric and neonatal population
• Expert Vascular Access specialist fluent in ultrasound guided PIV access, phlebotomy, PICC and Midline placement, and ecg tip navigation technology
• VA-BC Certified since 2017, current AVA member
• High level of autonomy, expertly triages patient care priorities for their specific vascular access needs
• Utilizes a collaborative team approach to patient care with the multidisciplinary care team to improve quality and safety and enhance outcomes
• Professional bedside manner, excellent communication skills, speaks up for safety, actively utilizes crucial conversations
• Passionate commitment to lifelong learning
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.

Worked as a co-chair to unit council from 2019 to 2022

Achieved Clinical Ladder 4

Precepted new VAT members to role and picc orientation

Wrote the policy and procedure for USG PIV placement

Achieved Clinical Ladder 3

Unit Council member

Oriented new nurses to 3 Main

OCN certified

PCCN certified

• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
• Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.