Tera Lamarre BSN, RN
Hoschton,GA
Summary
Caring, compassionate and dedicated oncology and hospice nurse with experience in various settings, including hospital, ambulatory, home environments and triage. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, grief support, approachable attitude and passionate dedication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff RN, Oncology/Hospice Registered Nurse
Emory Johns Creek Hospital
Johns Creek , GA
2022.01 - Current
- Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference.
- Helped patients feel comfortable and supported during treatments for different types of cancer and patiently answered diverse questions.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
Director of Inpatient Unit
Seasons Hospice And Palliative Care
Cumming , GA
2021.08 - 2021.12
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Interacted well with clinical staff and patients to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed, trained and motivated nurses and CNAs to continuously improve knowledge and abilities in the hospice field.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Assisted with marketing strategy creation and advertising initiatives to better promote facility to public.
- Managed 32 team members across four departments, resulting in 65% increase in unit census.
Staff RN, Hematology Oncology Infusion
Northside Hospital
Atlanta , GA
4/12/21 - 2021.08
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.
- Administered IV fluids, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and blood products through peripherally inserted central venous catheter to support long-term treatment for cancer or hematologic diagnosis.
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
- Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Relief Charge RN, Emergency Observation Unit
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
Braselton , GA
2020.10 - 2021.04
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Complied with infectious disease measures to reduce spread of COVID-19 between patients, families, and medical personnel.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
Gainesville , GA
2020.03 - 2020.10
- Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations and procedural costs.
- Developed and modified patient care plans and assisted interdisciplinary team in identifying client needs and goals to determine priorities of care.
- Gathered and recorded patient health information and data to assess, identify and manage characteristics that affect care outcome.
Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta Inc.
Atlanta , GA
2019.07 - 2020.02
- Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing effective communication with parents and children of all age groups.
- Provided educational support to patients and families to inform them of procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Administered autologus and allogenic stem cell transplants to the pediatric population.
- Trained family members in how to care for patients and manage individual conditions.
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
Braselton , GA
2018.05 - 2019.12
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects and proper skin treatments after radiation
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow
- Counseled patients and provided listening ear and emotional support.
- Relayed triage information and facilitated communication between provider and patient concerning patient disposition.
Hospice Admissions Nurse
Northeast Georgia Health System Hospice
Gainesville , GA
2016.09 - 2018.02
- Taught family members and caregivers various ways to manage patients' pain, how to check for vital signs and proper methods for dressing changes.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
ICU Staff Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
Gainesville , Ga
2015.08 - 2016.09
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
- Guided and educated patients and caregivers on diagnoses, disease management, preventative measures, medication use and self-care to foster consistency in care administration.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Staff Registered Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant
Centennial Hospital
Nashville , TN
2014.08 - 2015.11
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goal.
- Administered chemotherapy, as well as, autologus and allogenic stem cell transplants.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharge support.
- Counseled patients and caregivers and provided compassionate emotional support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Hendersonville, TN05.2014
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
Gallatin, TN2013
Skills
- Outstanding interpersonal skills
- High level of autonomy
- Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant
- Patient education
- Case Management
- Radiation Oncology
- Chemotherapy administration
- Superb time management skills
- Patient Instruction
- Relationship building
- Nursing Consultation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Community Program Referrals
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse in GA, expires 01/31/2023
- BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
- APHON chemotherapy certification
- ONS Biotherapy certification
Timeline
Staff RN, Oncology/Hospice Registered Nurse
Emory Johns Creek Hospital
2022.01 - Current
Director of Inpatient Unit
Seasons Hospice And Palliative Care
2021.08 - 2021.12
Relief Charge RN, Emergency Observation Unit
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
2020.10 - 2021.04
Registered Nurse Case Manager
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
2020.03 - 2020.10
Pediatric Hematology Oncology Nurse
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta Inc.
2019.07 - 2020.02
Radiation Oncology Nurse
Northeast Georgia Health System Inc.
2018.05 - 2019.12
Hospice Admissions Nurse
Northeast Georgia Health System Hospice
2016.09 - 2018.02
ICU Staff Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center
2015.08 - 2016.09
Staff Registered Nurse, Bone Marrow Transplant
Centennial Hospital
2014.08 - 2015.11
Staff RN, Hematology Oncology Infusion
Northside Hospital
4/12/21 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Union University
Associate of Science -
Volunteer State Community College
- Registered Nurse in GA, expires 01/31/2023
- BLS Healthcare Provider Certification
- APHON chemotherapy certification
- ONS Biotherapy certification
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