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Natasha Terriquez

White,GA

Summary

I am a passionate RN that loves to help and care for people. I am highly motivated, with a desire to take on new challenges, a strong work ethic, adaptability, great teamwork, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively, unsupervised, and quickly mastering new skills. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers, and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN Charge Nurse

Townsend Park Health and Rehab
Cartersville, Georgia
02.2025 - Current
  • Responded quickly to emergent situations, such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop patient care plans.
  • Assisted in wound care and performed routine assessments for patients.
  • Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Carried out physician orders regarding tests or medication administration accurately and safely.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations by providing appropriate interventions.
  • Performed physical examinations and assessments of patients' medical histories.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
  • Implemented infection control procedures to maintain a safe environment.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
  • Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.

LPN

Kaiser Permanente
Kennesaw, Georgia
02.2018 - 02.2025
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
  • Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
  • Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
  • Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Performed back office procedures EKG's, ear irrigation, I&D, wound care.

Nursing Supervisor and Facility Nurse

Provident Village Assisted Living
Canton, GA
09.2016 - 02.2018
  • Provide direct quality care to residents including daily monitoring, documenting and evaluating medical conditions of up to 46 plus residents, vital signs, provides intervention ordered by practitioner (medications, dressings/wound care, specimen collections, blood sugars, assessments), schedule and time management for residents and employees
  • Supervise facility and staff of 4-6 Certified Nursing Assistants and Medication Aids, and 46 plus residents while multi-tasking excellent resident care, initiates interventions and health education
  • Collaborated with Nursing Assistants, families, and Doctors in maintaining calm environment in caring for residents in memory care and assisted living

Charge Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse

Ross Memorial Health Care Center
Kennesaw, GA
09.2014 - 09.2016
  • Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, documenting and evaluating medical conditions of up to 20 residents, vital signs, and medication administration
  • Provide intervention ordered by practitioner (medications, dressings/wound care, specimen collections, blood sugars, assessments), schedule and time management for residents and certified care givers
  • Collaborated with 3 other nurses, Doctors, and families to provide best resident care
  • Worked with rehabilitation, to improve residents functions and improve mobility

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA
12-2024

Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN -

Chattahoochee Technical College
Acworth, GA
01.2014

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Catheter care
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Medical documentation
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Lab specimen collection
  • Patient documentation
  • Patient hygiene assistance
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Compassionate care
  • Infection control
  • Disease prevention
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Patient assessment
  • Care plan development
  • Emotional support provision
  • Infection control procedures
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Team collaboration
  • Geriatric care
  • Basic life support
  • Performing ekgs
  • Direct nursing care
  • Licensed RN
  • Long-term care
  • Patient care
  • Patient evaluation
  • Intake and discharge
  • Flow sheet charting
  • Quality improvement
  • Clinical judgment
  • Discharge planning
  • Peg tube feeds and care
  • Picc line antibiotics and flush
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Health education
  • Team building
  • Emotional support
  • Decision-making
  • Supervision and leadership

Certification

  • Registered Nurse Licence: RN334526
  • LPN License: LPN089800
  • BLS for Healthcare providers renewal, 09/2026

Accomplishments

  • UBT, Unit Base Team Co-lead- Groups of Physicians, Managers and front line staff work together to solve problems, improve performance and enhance quality.
  • Thrive Committee Team Co-lead- Work with community partners to connect members to services and bring Kaiser employees together to help with the community.
  • Hypertension Leader- Help set uncontrolled hypertension patients with home blood pressure monitors and work with physicians and pharmacist to help monitor and control hypertension.
  • Safety Champion- Create a safer workplace that prevents injuries and protect health.

Timeline

RN Charge Nurse

Townsend Park Health and Rehab
02.2025 - Current

LPN

Kaiser Permanente
02.2018 - 02.2025

Nursing Supervisor and Facility Nurse

Provident Village Assisted Living
09.2016 - 02.2018

Charge Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse

Ross Memorial Health Care Center
09.2014 - 09.2016

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Dalton State College

Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN -

Chattahoochee Technical College

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