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Teresa VanDeWoestyne

Geneseo,IL

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 25 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Labor& Delivery specialty.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Maternal Child Lead Nurse

UnityPoint Trinity Quad Cities
07.2023 - Current
  • Advocated for the needs of both patients and nursing staff, leading to improved working conditions and better overall outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines through diligent monitoring efforts and proactive policy development.
  • Managed complex cases with multiple medical issues, effectively prioritizing tasks for efficient resolution of problems encountered during treatment process.
  • Led a team of nurses in providing high-quality care to patients while maintaining a professional working environment.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients through effective communication and active listening skills, enhancing overall patient satisfaction rates.
  • Served as a valued liaison between medical staff members from various disciplines, improving interdisciplinary communication and collaboration efforts.
  • Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of patient care.

Circulating OR Nurse

Hammond Henry Hospital
09.2022 - 07.2023
    • Anticipated potential needs in the operating room environment by maintaining an organized workspace and replenishing supplies as needed for efficient workflow.
    • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in perioperative nursing care.
    • Preserved patient dignity and privacy throughout the surgical experience by advocating for their rights as part of a holistic approach to nursing care.
    • Contributed to the development of evidence-based practice guidelines for circulating nurses within the organization.
    • Ensured proper positioning of patients during surgeries, minimizing risk of injury or discomfort.
    • Enhanced patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols during surgeries.
    • Assessed patients'' physical and emotional needs preoperatively, providing education and support to alleviate anxiety.
    • Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate sharing of critical information during procedures.
    • Reduced surgery delays by efficiently preparing the operating room with necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies.
    • Maintained detailed documentation of surgical procedures and interventions for accurate medical records and billing purposes.
    • Collaborated closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care in the operating room.

Maternal Child Lead Nurse

Unity Point Trinity Quad Cities
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Advocated for the needs of both patients and nursing staff, leading to improved working conditions and better overall outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant regulatory guidelines through diligent monitoring efforts and proactive policy development.
  • Mentored new nursing staff, fostering a supportive and educational atmosphere for growth and development.
  • Developed strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring seamless coordination of patient care.
  • Led a team of nurses in providing high-quality care to patients while maintaining a professional working environment.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients through effective communication and active listening skills, enhancing overall patient satisfaction rates.
  • Oversaw the successful integration of advanced technology systems into daily workflows, increasing efficiency within the unit without compromising quality standards.
  • Served as a valued liaison between medical staff members from various disciplines, improving interdisciplinary communication and collaboration efforts.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Unity Point Trinity Quad Cities
05.2013 - 07.2021
  • Promoted family bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact between new parents and their infants immediately after birth.
  • Administered medications as prescribed for pain management, induction of labor, or augmentation of contractions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the entire childbirth process, fostering strong relationships.
  • Educated expectant mothers on prenatal care, labor techniques, and newborn care in preparation for childbirth.
  • Decreased complications by anticipating potential issues and intervening promptly during the birthing process.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum periods.
  • Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and seamless coordination of care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during labor and delivery.
  • Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and fetal heart rates.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in obstetric nursing and improve the quality of care provided.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently while adhering to established protocols for obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage or cord prolapse.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students enrolled in maternity clinical rotations, fostering future generations of skilled healthcare providers.
  • Assisted physicians with cesarean sections and other surgical procedures to ensure successful deliveries.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices in all aspects of nursing care to optimize patient outcomes during the perinatal period.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during labor, delivery, and postpartum care.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Hammond Henry Hospital
02.2009 - 11.2010
  • Promoted family bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact between new parents and their infants immediately after birth.
  • Administered medications as prescribed for pain management, induction of labor, or augmentation of contractions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the entire childbirth process, fostering strong relationships.
  • Educated expectant mothers on prenatal care, labor techniques, and newborn care in preparation for childbirth.
  • Decreased complications by anticipating potential issues and intervening promptly during the birthing process.
  • Performed neonatal assessments immediately after birth to evaluate the overall health of newborns.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum periods.
  • Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and seamless coordination of care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during labor and delivery.
  • Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and fetal heart rates.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in obstetric nursing and improve the quality of care provided.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently while adhering to established protocols for obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage or cord prolapse.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing maternal-child health outcomes within the facility.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Genesis Medical Center Illini Campus
10.2002 - 02.2009
  • Promoted family bonding by encouraging skin-to-skin contact between new parents and their infants immediately after birth.
  • Administered medications as prescribed for pain management, induction of labor, or augmentation of contractions.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families throughout the entire childbirth process, fostering strong relationships.
  • Educated expectant mothers on prenatal care, labor techniques, and newborn care in preparation for childbirth.
  • Decreased complications by anticipating potential issues and intervening promptly during the birthing process.
  • Prevented patient infections by adhering to strict aseptic techniques during procedures and maintaining a clean environment in labor and delivery rooms.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress throughout labor, delivery, recovery, and postpartum periods.
  • Acted as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure clear communication and seamless coordination of care.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during labor and delivery.
  • Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs and fetal heart rates.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in obstetric nursing and improve the quality of care provided.
  • Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently while adhering to established protocols for obstetric emergencies such as hemorrhage or cord prolapse.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing maternal-child health outcomes within the facility.
  • Served as a preceptor for nursing students enrolled in maternity clinical rotations, fostering future generations of skilled healthcare providers.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.

Education

Enrolled for a year and half pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Transferred after fall of 1996 to Black Hawk College. -

State University of New York At Buffalo
Buffalo, New York

Associate of Science - Nursing

Trinity College of Nursing
Moline, Illinois
05.2000

Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing

Black Hawk College
Moline, Illinois
05.1999

High School Diploma -

Waterloo High School
Waterloo, New York
06.1995

Skills

  • Care Coordination
  • Ethical Practice
  • Compassionate Care
  • Clinical Leadership
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
  • Basic CPR
  • ALS
  • Patient Safety
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

    Two Time Daisy Award Recipient

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Maternal Child Lead Nurse

UnityPoint Trinity Quad Cities
07.2023 - Current

Circulating OR Nurse

Hammond Henry Hospital
09.2022 - 07.2023

Maternal Child Lead Nurse

Unity Point Trinity Quad Cities
07.2021 - 09.2023

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Unity Point Trinity Quad Cities
05.2013 - 07.2021

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Hammond Henry Hospital
02.2009 - 11.2010

Labor & Delivery Nurse

Genesis Medical Center Illini Campus
10.2002 - 02.2009

Enrolled for a year and half pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. Transferred after fall of 1996 to Black Hawk College. -

State University of New York At Buffalo

Associate of Science - Nursing

Trinity College of Nursing

Certificate in Practical Nursing - Nursing

Black Hawk College

High School Diploma -

Waterloo High School

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