Chris Terpening
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, excelling in compassionate care and strong IV skills. Demonstrated success in clinical leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Expert in clinical assessment, advocating for patient education, and mentoring future nursing leaders.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Manager
Ridley-Tree Cancer Center (Sansum Clinic)
06.2000 - 05.2024
- Provided direct patient care for Oncology/Hematology patient.
- Prioritized and distributed assignments and workload based on individual staff strengths and experience.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed 28 staff members at two location, mentored nurses with leadership goals and trained them to be Charge Nurses.
Admissions Manager
Rehabilitation Institute of Santa Barbara
10.1998 - 06.2000
- Managed admissions department employees and office functions.
- Coordinated transfers from other acute care hospitals pat that would be appropriate for acute rehabilitation care.
- Worked closely with Discharge Planners from other hospitals and our Social Services department as well as physician.
Infusion Nurse
Apria Healthcare
08.1992 - 10.1998
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
07.1990 - 08.1992
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit providing direct care and delegating to LVN and Unit Clerk.
- Received patients when they returned from surgery and managed postoperative care.
- Provide discharge instructions to patients and caregivers to ensure a safe transition home..
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CA06.1990
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Strong IV skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient education and advocacy
- Clinical Leadership
- Clinical assessment
Timeline
Registered Nurse Manager
Ridley-Tree Cancer Center (Sansum Clinic)
06.2000 - 05.2024
Admissions Manager
Rehabilitation Institute of Santa Barbara
10.1998 - 06.2000
Infusion Nurse
Apria Healthcare
08.1992 - 10.1998
Registered Nurse
Saint Francis Hospital
07.1990 - 08.1992
Associate of Science - Nursing
Santa Barbara City College
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