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Samantha Woods

Kenner

Summary

Experienced Legal Nurse Consultant with 20 years of clinical nursing expertise and a comprehensive understanding of medical practices, patient care standards, and healthcare regulations. Skilled in analyzing complex medical records, identifying inconsistencies, and providing objective, detailed reports essential for legal proceedings. Adept at bridging the gap between medicine and law, offering legal teams clear insights and expert guidance. Committed to supporting the pursuit of justice through meticulous research, evidence-based analysis, and unwavering patient advocacy.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Legal Nurse Consultant

Barkley-Woods Consulting
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborate with attorneys and legal teams to analyze and interpret medical records, timelines, and healthcare documentation for civil, criminal, and malpractice cases.
  • Provide expert reviews of medical records to identify deviations from standard care, causation, and relevant medical facts in support of case strategy.
  • Summarize complex medical information into clear, concise reports and chronologies to support legal arguments and courtroom presentations.
  • Offer professional opinions on nursing standards of care, healthcare protocols, and patient outcomes as they relate to legal claims.
  • Conduct medical literature research to support case assessments and provide evidence-based guidance.
  • Assist with locating expert witnesses.
  • Serve as a liaison between legal professionals and healthcare providers to clarify clinical issues and terminology.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medical and legal trends, HIPAA regulations, and relevant healthcare legislation.

Nurse Case Manager

East Jefferson General Hospital
10.2020 - Current
  • Managed complex patient cases across various healthcare settings, ensuring coordinated care plans, treatment compliance, and optimal clinical outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive reviews of medical records, discharge summaries, and treatment plans to identify gaps in care, support continuity, and reduce risks.
  • Interpreted medical data and clinical protocols to assess patient progress and adjust care plans, skills now used to evaluate standards of care in legal cases.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, payers, and family members to advocate for patients while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and ethical standards.
  • Developed an in-depth understanding of healthcare systems, utilization review, and insurance protocols—knowledge applicable to evaluating causation and liability in legal matters.

Wound Care Nurse

Ochsner Hyperbarics and Wound Clinic
10.2018 - 10.2020
  • Provided expert wound assessment, treatment, and management for patients with acute, chronic, and post-surgical wounds, including pressure ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers, venous stasis wounds, and surgical site infections.
  • Developed individualized care plans in compliance with evidence-based practice standards, ensuring documentation was complete, timely, and legally defensible.
  • Evaluated wound etiology, progression, and treatment efficacy—critical for identifying lapses in care or potential deviations from standard protocols in legal case reviews.
  • Educated patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members on wound prevention, infection control, and proper documentation, emphasizing patient safety and risk reduction.
  • Collaborated with physicians and specialists to ensure continuity of care, while documenting assessments and interventions in detail—skills directly applicable to medical-legal analysis.
  • Identified and reported issues related to delayed healing, improper care techniques, or documentation inconsistencies—experience that translates into analyzing potential negligence or malpractice cases.

RN Telemetry

East Jefferson General Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2018
  • Maintained excellent customer service standards while providing compassionate care.
  • Ensured accurate documentation of patient information, including vital signs, medication administration records, and progress notes.
  • Provided education to patients and their families regarding disease management strategies, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks based on patient acuity levels and changing needs throughout the shift.

RN Telemetry

Holy Cross Hospital
01.2005 - 10.2014
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
  • Mentored new staff members by providing guidance on best practices for delivering high-quality nursing care.
  • Served as a resource person for colleagues regarding complex medical conditions commonly encountered within the telemetry unit.
  • Advocated for patient rights by addressing concerns or complaints raised by patients or their families.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of Holy Cross College
New Orleans, LA
05.2005

Skills

  • Time management
  • Case Management
  • Cardiology Stepdown
  • EMR/various systems
  • Paralegal experience
  • Nursing procedure compliance
  • Critical thinking/problem solving
  • Knowledge of claims/billing
  • Microsoft Office/Excel
  • Medical/Surgical
  • Mentor/leadership
  • Documentation Review
  • Legal nursing
  • Attention to detail
  • Managed Care
  • Hospital Experience
  • Excellent customer service
  • Nursing
  • Medical Records
  • Quality Chart Review

Certification

RN License

Timeline

Legal Nurse Consultant

Barkley-Woods Consulting
01.2023 - Current

Nurse Case Manager

East Jefferson General Hospital
10.2020 - Current

Wound Care Nurse

Ochsner Hyperbarics and Wound Clinic
10.2018 - 10.2020

RN Telemetry

East Jefferson General Hospital
10.2014 - 10.2018

RN Telemetry

Holy Cross Hospital
01.2005 - 10.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Our Lady of Holy Cross College

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