Jennifer Terry
Columbus,OH
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, PACU
OSU Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
06.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Utilized evidence-based nursing practices while providing direct patient care.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.
- Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- 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.
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
OSU Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
06.1990 - 06.2019
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Educated nursing students on proper care procedures and prioritization strategies.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Staff Nurse, ICU/CCU
Norton Hospital
Louisville, KY
06.1988 - 06.1990
- See above description
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05-1988
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health record
- Medication administration
- Pain management
- Wound care
- Emergency response
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
- Ventilation support
- Strong clinical judgment
- IV drug therapy management
Certification
- CCRN 2015-2024
Timeline
Staff Nurse, PACU
OSU Wexner Medical Center
06.2019 - Current
Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
OSU Wexner Medical Center
06.1990 - 06.2019
Staff Nurse, ICU/CCU
Norton Hospital
06.1988 - 06.1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Louisville
Similar Profiles
Tami GordonTami Gordon
Certified Medical Assistant at OSU Wexner Medical CenterCertified Medical Assistant at OSU Wexner Medical Center
Fardowsa MohamedFardowsa Mohamed
Certified Surgical Technologist at OSU Wexner Medical Center James Cancer HospitalCertified Surgical Technologist at OSU Wexner Medical Center James Cancer Hospital
Emma KnabEmma Knab
Travel Registered Nurse - Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at Aya Healthcare / OSU Wexner Medical Center - The James Cancer HospitalTravel Registered Nurse - Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) at Aya Healthcare / OSU Wexner Medical Center - The James Cancer Hospital
Lisa GillisLisa Gillis
Patient Access Coordinator 2 at OSU Wexner Medical CenterPatient Access Coordinator 2 at OSU Wexner Medical Center
Hunter KelloggHunter Kellogg
Lab Technician at Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State UniversityLab Technician at Wexner Medical Center, The Ohio State University