Christopher Teremi
Registered Nurse
St. John's,Michigan
Summary
Patient-focused Registered Nurse offering 18-year background driving quality improvements and coaching nursing staff to reach full potential. Strong organizational, communication and multitasking abilities. Expertise in managing medical records, evaluating staff performance and developing continued care plans.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Director of Nursing
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Collaborated with staff, management and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
Clinical Skills / EMR Coordinator
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, Michigan
04.2018 - 06.2021
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes, and clinical logs.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Conducted clinical simulations and provided competency evaluation for nurses.
- Configured and set-up electronic medical record system, PointClickCare, for 236 bed skilled nursing facility and outpatient therapy department.
- Provided training on going training for electronic medical record system for more than 400 employees.
Wound Assessment Nurse
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
06.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided weekly assessment of wounds to determine effective treatment plan.
- Developed evidence based individualized plan of care for residents with acute and chronic wounds.
- Evaluated acquired wounds to determine root cause.
- Submitted assessments and treatments to Medicaid for Part B wound treatment billing.
Unit Manager
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos , MI
04.2016 - 06.2016
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Handled complaints from patients and families and immediately took steps for quick resolution and to prevent reoccurrence.
- Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.
Educational Coordinator
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
06.2013 - 04.2016
- Conducted general orientation training for new staff.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives for activities, distributing variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.
- Assessed educational needs of trainees and researched clinical instruction trends to develop educational curriculum and competency tools for clinical procedures.
- Participated in workshops, seminars, education programs and other activities promoting professional growth and development.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
Staff Nurse
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
05.2010 - 06.2013
- Administered medications and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting data in electronic records.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
Certified Nurse Aide
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
06.2004 - 05.2010
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in 238-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Resident Assistant
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
Okemos, MI
02.2004 - 06.2004
- Changed bed linens, dumped trash, passed water and meals to promote resident comfort.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI 08.2003 - 06.2011
Skills
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Train the Trainer
BCLS Instructor
Skilled Nursing Care
Staff Evaluation and Management
Medication dispensing
Educational, medical and office computer software proficiency
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Recruiting and Hiring
Quality Improvement
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
06.2021 - 12.2021
Clinical Skills / EMR Coordinator
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
04.2018 - 06.2021
Wound Assessment Nurse
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
06.2016 - 04.2018
Unit Manager
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
04.2016 - 06.2016
Educational Coordinator
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
06.2013 - 04.2016
Staff Nurse
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
05.2010 - 06.2013
Certified Nurse Aide
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
06.2004 - 05.2010
Resident Assistant
Ingham County Medical Care Facility
02.2004 - 06.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Lansing Community College
08.2003 - 06.2011