Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Best All Around Student
Timeline
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Teresa Balzer

Rockingham,NC

Summary

Distinguished for enhancing patient satisfaction at Richmond County Hospice, I leveraged compassionate care and clinical judgment to improve team collaboration and safety protocols. At Firsthealth, I streamlined triage and championed patient safety, significantly contributing to optimal outcomes. My expertise in vital signs monitoring and fostering empathetic environments underscores my commitment to healthcare excellence.

Healthcare professional with strong foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Known for effective teamwork, adapting to shifting priorities, and achieving patient care goals. Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, and electronic health records, bringing reliability and adaptability to any healthcare setting.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inpatient Registered Nurse

Richmond County Hospice
09.2012 - Current
  • Served as a resource nurse for peers seeking guidance on complex patient cases, fostering an environment of collaboration and teamwork within the unit.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by reporting near misses or unsafe conditions to supervisors promptly.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through effective communication, empathy, and proactive problem-solving skills.

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Firsthealth Richmond Memorial Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2012
  • Streamlined triage processes for more efficient patient assessment and prioritization.
  • Promoted patient safety with strict adherence to infection control measures and protocols.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for nursing staff members while providing constructive feedback aimed at professional growth.
  • Oversaw daily shift operations including managing staff schedules, coordinating patient assignments, and monitoring equipment maintenance needs.
  • Facilitated effective communication between physicians, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Served as a clinical resource for staff members, answering questions related to policy, procedure, or practice.

Registered Nurse Inpatient Oncology

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital155
07.2002 - 08.2007
  • 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.

Education

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina Wilmington
601 College Road Wilmington
07-2017

Associate of Science - Nursing

Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC
05-2002

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Compassionate Care
  • End of life care

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved patient issues which led to positive results.
  • Achieved [positive outcomes] by completing medication administration with accuracy and efficiency.

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Best All Around Student

I had the ability to adapt to any of the nursing clinical rotations throughout the program.

Timeline

Inpatient Registered Nurse

Richmond County Hospice
09.2012 - Current

Registered Charge Nurse, Emergency Department

Firsthealth Richmond Memorial Hospital
07.2007 - 08.2012

Registered Nurse Inpatient Oncology

Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital155
07.2002 - 08.2007

Master of Science - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of North Carolina Wilmington

Associate of Science - Nursing

Richmond Community College
Teresa Balzer