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Teresa Hansen

Waterloo,IA

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse

Care Initiatives
Waterloo, IA
01.2020 - Current
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.

Nurse

Western Home Communities - Downtown Campus
Cedar Falls, IA
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
  • Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Nurse

Comfort Care Home Health LLC
Cedar Falls, IA
09.2010 - 09.2014
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Provided guidance to new employees regarding policies and procedures within the organization.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Nurse

Allen Home Health Care
Waterloo, IA
08.1997 - 08.2010
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Head Custodian

Waterloo Community School District
Waterloo, IA
03.1980 - 05.1995
  • Ensured the safety of personnel and equipment by regularly inspecting floors, walls, ceilings, lighting fixtures, and other areas for potential hazards.
  • Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
  • Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Reported or resolved observed hazards observed and followed up to verify resolution.
  • Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
  • Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
  • Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
  • Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
  • Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
  • Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
  • Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
  • Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
  • Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
  • Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
  • Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
06-1997

Skills

  • Cleaning techniques
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Window cleaning
  • Furniture moving
  • Carpet cleaning
  • Health and safety
  • Wall washing
  • Sanitation procedures

Certification

  • CPR
  • LPN

Timeline

Nurse

Care Initiatives
01.2020 - Current

Nurse

Western Home Communities - Downtown Campus
01.2015 - 01.2019

Nurse

Comfort Care Home Health LLC
09.2010 - 09.2014

Nurse

Allen Home Health Care
08.1997 - 08.2010

Head Custodian

Waterloo Community School District
03.1980 - 05.1995
  • CPR
  • LPN

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

Hawkeye Community College

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