Teddi Dowling
Draper,SD
Summary
Dedicated oncology nurse practitioner with extensive experience in delivering high-quality patient care, diagnosis, and treatment. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams while adapting to the dynamic healthcare landscape. Specialization in clinical assessment, patient education, and the implementation of evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes. Recognized for reliability, compassion, and exceptional communication skills that foster trust and understanding with patients and colleagues.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Medical Oncology/Hematology
Avera Cancer Institute
Pierre, SD
11.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to oncology and hematology patients in an outpatient clinic setting.
- Collaborated closely with medical oncologists/hematologists/radiation oncologists via telemedicine obtaining detailed history and completing comprehensive physical exam.
- Supervised infusion center activities, focusing on patient care and treatment protocols for chemotherapy and immunotherapy.
- Orchestrated comprehensive patient care efforts to ensure seamless communication among healthcare professionals, including nurses, radiation therapists, social workers, dieticians, pharmacists, and chaplains.
- Cultivated a collaborative atmosphere in healthcare team to enhance teamwork and morale through effective communication.
- Optimized patient outcomes by collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication in order to provide personalized care plans.
- Enhanced patient care by providing thorough assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
- Educated patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and self-care techniques for optimal health management.
- Acted as a sub-investigator enrolling patients in primarily phase three clinical trials at an outreach facility for breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, colorectal cancer, among others.
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology Infusion
Avera Cancer Institute
Pierre, SD
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with physicians, NPs, PAs, radiation therapists, pharmacists, social workers, dieticians, and chaplains to ensure patient care was all encompassing.
- Participated in work group developing system wide advanced care planning guidelines.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Provided support for patients' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Certified Registered Nurse, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Sanford Health
Fargo, ND
05.2009 - 10.2017
- Achieved Critical Care RN-NICU certification to enhance neonatal patient care expertise.
- Demonstrated expert clinical skills and effective communication as a second nurse on neonatal transport team.
- Enhanced leadership capabilities as a charge nurse, overseeing patient care and team dynamics.
- Managed direct patient care of critically ill neonates and advocated for top quality care
- Mentored new nurses through preceptorship programs, offering guidance and support as they transitioned into their roles as professional healthcare providers.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Practice
Creighton University
Omaha, NE05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Dakota State University
Fargo, ND05-2009
Skills
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient education
- Chronic disease management
- Detail-oriented approach
- Engaged listening
- Medication education
- Evidence-based clinical decision making
- Patient advocacy
- Effective problem resolution
- Consistent reliability
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Goal setting
Certification
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification, #F06211003, 06/10/26
- Certified Nurse Practitioner-Family, South Dakota, CP002184, 07/08/26
- Registered Nurse, South Dakota, R044911, 07/08/26
- Oncology Nursing Society Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Provider Certification
- Basic Life Support, 05/31/27
- CITI Program Good Clinical Practice Course 2/14/2023
- CITI Program Good Clinical Practice Course Refresher 2/4/2026
Timeline
Certified Nurse Practitioner, Medical Oncology/Hematology
Avera Cancer Institute
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology Infusion
Avera Cancer Institute
10.2017 - 11.2021
Certified Registered Nurse, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Sanford Health
05.2009 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
North Dakota State University
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Practice
Creighton University