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Terri Ballard

Mason,OH

Summary

Compassionate Nurse with extensive experience in direct patient care and healthcare administration. Proven track record in precepting and educating healthcare teams to elevate patient care standards. Expertise in delivering quality care across various settings, including critical care, PACU, hospice, and rehabilitative environments. Strong leadership skills that drive teams to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospice Nurse

VITAS Healthcare
Cincinnati, Ohio
05.2018 - 07.2025
  • Assisted in providing compassionate care to terminally ill patients in hospital and some home settings.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team, patient and caregiver to develop patient-centered care plans.
  • Educated families on end-of-life care and available support services.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
  • Educated patients and family members on the disease process, medication administration, nutrition, and symptom management.
  • Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support and kindness to help with the end-of-life transition.
  • Supported patients end of life decisions with dignity and respect.

Chief Nursing Officer

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center
Edgewood, Kentucky
10.2011 - 08.2017
  • Trained and educated nursing personnel on new policies, programs, and procedures.
  • Continuously exceeded CAUTI goals, according to Joint Commission guidelines.
  • Team leader for successful TBI Joint Commission Certification.
  • Participated in meetings to address nursing operational challenges and propose solutions.
  • Coordinated communication between nursing teams and other healthcare departments is effective.
  • Observed daily operations to identify areas for improved efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Lead a team of 45 nurses, techs, pharmacists, and respiratory therapists to successful Joint Commission certifications.

ICU Charge Nurse

UC West Chester Hospital
West Chester, Ohio
03.2009 - 10.2011
  • Preceptor and staff RN caring for critically ill patients in the Medical/Surgical ICU.
  • Active member of the hospital-wide Rapid Response/Code Blue Team.
  • Cross-trained to PACU and Surgery Departments.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding patient care plans.

ICU and Telemetry Nurse

Mercy Hospital Medical Center
Cincinnati, OH
05.2006 - 10.2009
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.

Education

Master of Science - Nursing Education And Administration

Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY
05-2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Mount Saint Joseph
Cincinnati, OH
05-2006

Skills

  • End-of-life/Palliative Care
  • Electronic health records
  • Care plan development
  • Healthcare collaboration
  • EMR systems
  • Allscripts
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Basic life support
  • Certified CPR/AED
  • Central Line Care
  • Ventilation support
  • Wound VAC

Certification

  • CPR Certified
  • BLS Certified
  • Multi State License Registered Nurse

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hospice Nurse

VITAS Healthcare
05.2018 - 07.2025

Chief Nursing Officer

HealthSouth Rehabilitation Center
10.2011 - 08.2017

ICU Charge Nurse

UC West Chester Hospital
03.2009 - 10.2011

ICU and Telemetry Nurse

Mercy Hospital Medical Center
05.2006 - 10.2009

Master of Science - Nursing Education And Administration

Northern Kentucky University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Mount Saint Joseph

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