Teresa Pearson
Salina,KS
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner recognized for acute care expertise and effective patient management. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams and implement treatment plans that improve patient outcomes in high-stress environments.
Highly qualified and board certified Emergency Nurse Practitioner driven to build strong relationships with patients and families. Acts as patient advocate to achieve best possible outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner BC, ENP
St. Luke Hospital
Marion, KS
08.2013 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Nurse Practitioner BC, ENP
Lindsborg Community Hospital
Lindsborg, KS
07.2013 - Current
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine care needs and treatment plans.
- Administer medications and monitor patient responses to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve health services.
- Educate patients and families on disease management, prevention, and wellness strategies.
Nurse/Flight Paramedic
LifeTeam
Emporia, KS
08.2003 - 08.2010
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
- Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KS05-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tabor College
Hillsboro, KS 05-2010
Skills
- Preventive care
- Patient education
- Health promotion
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient examination
- Treatment plan development
- Lab result evaluation
- Advanced physical examination
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Direct patient care
- Diagnostic testing
- Emergency care
- Administering medication
- Sound judgment
- Acute care expertise
- Healthcare management
- Precepting
- Community outreach
- American academy of nurse practitioners member
- Prescribing medications
- Skilled manager
- Emergency response management
Certification
- Certified ATLS, ACLS, BLS, ACLS, PALS
- Experienced emergency room nurse, APRN, former flight RN/Medic.
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner BC, ENP
St. Luke Hospital
08.2013 - Current
Nurse Practitioner BC, ENP
Lindsborg Community Hospital
07.2013 - Current
Nurse/Flight Paramedic
LifeTeam
08.2003 - 08.2010
Master of Science - Nursing
Washburn University of Topeka
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Tabor College