Sam Rauch

Compassionate RN with diverse acute care experience across ICU, emergency, and pediatric settings, combined with strong clinical assessment and patient communication skills. Proven ability to triage complex patient needs, document thoroughly in EHR systems, and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams. Skilled in symptom assessment, emergency protocols, and patient education.

School nursing background demonstrates excellence in independent clinical decision-making, medication management, and coordinating timely interventions for diverse populations.

RN School Nurse - Maxim Healthcare - Fairview Heights, IL

(2025-08)

RN School Nurse (Wirth Middle School and Cahokia High School cusd#187)

• Ensure students and faculty do not become absent related to minor health issues.
• Maintain student records.
• Administer medications to students.
• Respond to emergencies on campus.
• Coordinate services for students i.e. SIHF physical van, eye thrive vision van, dental safari etc.
• Contact parents when necessary.
• Administer emergency inhalers and report to isbn.

RN ICU/CVU/PCU/ED/Peds - Amergis healthcare staffing - Fairview Heights, IL

(2023-11 - 2025-08)

• Monitored and managed complex devices and therapies including ventilators, chest tubes, CRRT, therapeutic hypothermia, balloon pumps, Impellas, and ultrasound-guided IV insertions (PICC, midline; VABC certification).

RN ICU - Memorial Hospital Belleville - Belleville, IL

(2020-03 - 2023-11)

• Care for patients with acute illness.
• Communicate with doctors and families about the status of patients.
• Monitor ventilators, chest tubes, CRRT, ultrasound guided IV insertion(PICC and midline certifications and VABC), therapeutic hypothermia, balloon pumps, Impellas, and any other devices in the ICU.

Student nurse technician - Memorial Hospital Belleville - Belleville, IL

(2018-05 - 2020-03)

Student nurse technician.

• Delivered direct patient care, facilitating daily activities and enhancing patient comfort.
• Partnered with nursing staff to uphold safety protocols and ensure high-quality patient care.
• Assessed vital signs and communicated changes in patient conditions to healthcare team for timely interventions.

Machinist Weekend Lead - Erhardt Tool and Machine - Granite City, IL

(2010-10 - 2018-02)

Open and close the shop on the weekend shift. Facilitate communication between weekend and weekday shifts. First Aid and CPR certified first responder in shop.

• Operated CNC machines to produce precision components with minimal supervision.
• Interpreted blueprints and engineering drawings to ensure accurate machining specifications.
• Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency and longevity.
• Collaborated with engineering team to refine production processes and reduce waste.
• Mentored junior machinists on best practices for machine operation and safety protocols.
• Implemented quality control measures to ensure product consistency and compliance with standards.
• Led troubleshooting efforts for machining issues, improving workflow and minimizing downtime.
• Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
• Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
• Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
• Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
• Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
• Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.

Certified Pharmacy Technician - Walgreens - O'Fallon, IL

(1999-10 - 2010-10)

• Contacted doctors to clarify prescription orders.
• Prepared prescriptions.
• Relayed information about medication to patients.
• Developed valuable interpersonal skills from dealing with sick and often upset customers.

Registered Nurse Diploma Program - Nursing - Lutheran School of Nursing (2020-02)

Associates - Precision Machining Technology - Ranken Technical College (2011-05)

Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med Focus - SIUE (2008-05)