Teresa Whiteaker
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Services Director
Balance Autism
06.2019 - Current
- Directed and coordinated patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Confirmed consistent and accurate medical recordkeeping practices.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Maxim Healthcare Resources
09.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Select Specialty Hospital- LTACH
08.2018 - 06.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Davita Kidney Care
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing inpatient acute or chronic dialysis.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse
Universal Pediatrics
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided needed nursing support and cares for adolescents in their homes.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Nurse/CNA
Visiting Nurses Association
05.2011 - 07.2016
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Education
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA07.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05.2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05.2017
Skills
- Recruit Well-Qualified Staff
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Staff Development
- Home Health Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care Assessment
- Nursing Operations Management
- Policy and Procedure Writing
- Improving Clinical Quality Outcomes
- Leadership Development
- Regulatory and Statutory Compliance
- Quality of Care Standards
Affiliations
- Nurse Practitioner Association of Iowa
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association
Certification
- Safety Care Trainer (QBS)
- CPR/FA/AED Trainer (American Red Cross)
- BLS
- Mental Health First Aid (Adult and Youth)
Additional Information
LEND Trainee
Timeline
Medical Services Director
Balance Autism
06.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
Select Specialty Hospital- LTACH
08.2018 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse (RN)
Davita Kidney Care
08.2017 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse (RN)
Maxim Healthcare Resources
09.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)/Licensed Practical Nurse
Universal Pediatrics
06.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse/CNA
Visiting Nurses Association
05.2011 - 07.2016
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family - Nursing
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Iowa
Associate of Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
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