Teresa York
Nancy,KY
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Contractor
Baptist Health Hospital
Lexington, KY
07.2022 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment.
- Provided direct care for orthopedic patients including wound care, administering medications and injections, and assisting with rehabilitation exercises.
Registered Nurse, Telemetry, Contractor
Ephriam McDowell, James B. Haggin Hospital
Harrodsburg, KY
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment.
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with confirmed and suspected COVID-19, including administering medications, treatments, and oxygen therapy.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
Travel Registered Nurse
Continue Care Hospital
Corbin, KY
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided direct nursing care to patients with acute, chronic, and complex conditions.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, including intubations, central line insertions and chest tube placements.
- Conducted physical assessments, monitored vital signs, and provided medical treatments to critically ill patients.
Travel Registered Nurse
Cumberland County Hospital
Burkesville, KY
05.2020 - 07.2020
- Provided direct patient care to individuals with confirmed and suspected COVID-19, including administering medications, treatments, and oxygen therapy.
- Assisted physicians with intubations and other medical interventions for critically ill patients.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Somerset, KY
08.2006 - 06.2020
- Conducted physical assessments, monitored vital signs, and provided medical treatments to critically ill patients.
- Administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood products, and other therapeutic interventions as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters such as cardiac output and pulmonary artery pressures using advanced monitoring equipment.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to any changes in the condition of the patient while under my direct supervision.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Horizon Medical Center
Dickson, TN
08.2001 - 08.2004
- Provided direct care for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans based on patient conditions and medical team recommendations.
- Conducted daily rounds to monitor progress of all ICU patients.
- Assisted with intubations, chest tube insertions, central line placement, arterial lines and other procedures.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Somerset, KY
05.2000 - 08.2001
- Conducted physical assessments, monitored vital signs, and provided medical treatments to critically ill patients.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing specialized equipment such as ventilators and monitors that are used in intensive care settings.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY12-1999
Skills
- Medical assessment
- Wound Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Education
- Wound Dressing
- Pain Control
- Cardiac monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Medication and IV administration
- Diet and Nutrition
- Ventilator management
- Emergency Interventions
- Catheter monitoring
Certification
- NIHSS
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
Accomplishments
Nominated for Daisy Awards
References
- Kathryn Tuggle, Dietary Director, James B Haggin Hospital, Harrodsburg, KY. 859-613-4279.
- Shelley Foster, Clinical Assistant, Ephriam McDowell, Medical Center, Danville, KY. 606-706-8836
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Contractor
Baptist Health Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Telemetry, Contractor
Ephriam McDowell, James B. Haggin Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2022
Travel Registered Nurse
Continue Care Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2021
Travel Registered Nurse
Cumberland County Hospital
05.2020 - 07.2020
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
08.2006 - 06.2020
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Horizon Medical Center
08.2001 - 08.2004
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
05.2000 - 08.2001
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Kentucky University