Terri Balser
Destrehan,LA
Summary
Focused and friendly School Nurse offering 16 years of experience providing care to students age 4 to 15. Known professionally for working effectively within education systems to develop innovative public and health and safety initiatives. Exemplary organization and administrative skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
School Nurse
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
11.2004 - 08.2007
- Developed and implemented specific nursing care plans to cater to individual patient needs.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff Nurse
Children’s Hospital Of New Orleans
New Orleans
06.1999 - 02.2005
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Bachelor Degree/BSN - Nursing
LSU School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA12.2010
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Delgado Charity School of Nursing
New Orleans, LA12.1995
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Student Needs Assessments
- Student Care Management
- Family Education
- Child Health Education
- Immunization Protocols
- Medication Administration Guidelines
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Seizure Disorders
- Compassionate and Caring
- Diet and Nutrition
- Delegation and Motivation
Timeline
School Nurse
Jefferson Parish Public Schools
08.2007 - Current
Charge Nurse
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
11.2004 - 08.2007
Staff Nurse
Children’s Hospital Of New Orleans
06.1999 - 02.2005
Bachelor Degree/BSN - Nursing
LSU School of Nursing
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Delgado Charity School of Nursing