Samantha Crawford
Charge Nurse
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About
To expand my learning through a change in position and unit, gaining new experience to further my nursing career while applying my extensive knowledge. Currently employed at London Health Sciences Centre as a Charge Nurse on the General Surgery Inpatient Unit (8IP), acting as a resource to staff, supporting critical situations, coordinating admissions, and facilitating orientation and teaching. Recently completed a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Nurse Coach) role with the Professional Practice Team.
Extensive experience across multiple units including cardiology, cardiac surgery, neurology, and general surgery. Also work as a clinical instructor and course coordinator at Western University with multiple Teaching Excellence Awards and Preceptor Award nominations.
Experience
Charge Nurse 8IP General Surgery at London Health Sciences Centre (2022-01 – Present)
- Resource for nursing staff on unit – assists with critical situations, patient loads, and knowledge gaps
- Manages care for medically unstable patients and coordinates support teams
- Teaches new staff and students and conducts in-services
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Nurse Coach) at London Health Sciences Centre (2025-01 – 2025-04)
- Provided support and education to nurses on 8IP and 9IP
- Supported staff during critical events and transition periods
- Offered emotional support to staff and families
- Ensured adherence to clinical policies and procedures
Nursing Resource Team at London Health Sciences Centre (2012-03 – 2022-12)
- Floated to multiple units including surgery, cardiology, and neurology
- Provided care for both medical and post-surgical patients
- Performed wound care, pre-op care, and medication administration
Care Coordinator at Home and Community Care (CCAC) (2015-03 – 2020-12)
- Coordinated discharges from hospital
- Initiated services with contracted providers
- Worked casually while employed at University Hospital
Clinical Instructor and Coordinator at The University of Western Ontario (2014-09 – Present)
- Instructed 3rd-year nursing students and evaluated clinical performance
- Coordinated nursing courses
- Recipient of multiple Teaching Excellence Awards
Medicine at Grand River Hospital (2010-06 – 2012-03)
- Worked on a fast-paced medical floor with telemetry patients
- Managed up to 7 patients per shift
- Advanced cardiac monitoring and time management skills
Surgical Inpatients at Victoria Hospital (2009-04 – 2010-06)
- Managed high-acuity surgical patients
- Performed admissions, discharges, and complex medication administration
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing – The University of Western Ontario (2009-04)
