Carie Terrill
St Louis,MO
Summary
Proactive Registered Nurse with 20+ years of experience bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Caring, organized and knowledgeable experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Hem/Oncology Nurse
Enloe Regional Cancer Center
Chico, California
04.2021 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses, cancers and hematology diagnoses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients and telephone triage in a clinic setting.
- Coordinate and consult with physicians, APP/NP’s, pharmacy, radiation oncology, insurance and many other multi-disciplined healthcare team members.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse - Pre/Registered Nurse, PACU
Enloe Medical Center
Chico, CA
07.2015 - 04.2021
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Registered Nurse/Emergency Department Charge Nurse
Ukiah Valley Medical Center
Ukiah, California
11.2014 - 02.2015
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Barnes-Jewish College of Nursing
St Louis, MO10-2005
A.S. Paramedics Technology - Paramedicine
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO05-1997
Skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Teamwork
- Times Management
- Multi-tasking
- Proactive
- Telephone triage
- Medical assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Complex Problem-solving
- Patient care planning
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Missouri RN License
- California RN License
- BLS
- Member on Oncology Nursing Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Hem/Oncology Nurse
Enloe Regional Cancer Center
04.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse/Relief Charge Nurse - Pre/Registered Nurse, PACU
Enloe Medical Center
07.2015 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse/Emergency Department Charge Nurse
Ukiah Valley Medical Center
11.2014 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Barnes-Jewish College of Nursing
A.S. Paramedics Technology - Paramedicine
Saint Louis Community College
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