Teri Berger
Jetmore,KS
Summary
Enthusiastic and motivated to work with patients, families and care teams efficiently. Friendly, adaptable and collaborative professional successful devising satisfying solutions to complex problems. Seeking to maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rush County Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
Health Technician
Department Of Veterans Affairs
10.2018 - Current
- Reduced errors in laboratory results by maintaining strict quality control measures.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment.
- Optimized inventory management systems for medical supplies, reducing waste while ensuring necessary resources were always available for staff use.
- Performed diagnostic tests and reported results to healthcare providers.
- Trained new health technicians, sharing best practices for optimal job performance and patient care outcomes.
Emergency Medical Technician
Hodgeman County EMS
10.2016 - Current
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hodgeman County Health Center
05.2014 - 06.2019
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
North Central Kansas Technical College
Hays, KS05.2024
Practical Nursing -
North Central Kansas Technical College
Hays, KS05.2023
Certified Nurses Aid -
Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS12.2014
Skills
- Treatment Plan Development
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient Education
- Therapeutic Phlebotomy
- Specimen Transportation
- Inpatient Care
- ADLs Assistance
- Physical assessments
References
- Kristen Tarman, Registered Nurse, 620-770-2268, kntarman@gmail.com
- Kimberla Nutting, Registered Nurse, 785-421-8883, knutting@ncktc.edu
- Dana Howerton, Nurse Practitioner, 620-385-0537, dana.howerton@va.gov
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rush County Memorial Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Health Technician
Department Of Veterans Affairs
10.2018 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Hodgeman County EMS
10.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hodgeman County Health Center
05.2014 - 06.2019
Associate Degree in Nursing -
North Central Kansas Technical College
Practical Nursing -
North Central Kansas Technical College
Certified Nurses Aid -
Dodge City Community College
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