Terri Cooper
Conway,SC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Your Health Hospice, adept at developing individualized care plans and advocating for patients. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support and mentoring peers, I excel in enhancing patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration within interdisciplinary teams. Committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care in challenging environments.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Case Manager Hospice
Your Health Hospice
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions and support.
- Educated patients and families on care processes, medication management, and symptom relief.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on evolving needs and feedback.
- Documented patient interactions and care provided in electronic health records accurately.
- Advocated for patients' needs while navigating complex healthcare systems effectively.
- Implemented best practices for pain management to enhance patient comfort and quality of life.
- Participated in staff training sessions to promote adherence to hospice policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the end-of-life process, promoting dignity and comfort.
- Collaborated with physicians to optimize medication regimens for symptom control in terminally ill patients.
- Improved patient care by developing and implementing comprehensive hospice nursing plans tailored to individual needs.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively, prioritizing tasks based on patient acuity levels.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless delivery of hospice services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient interactions, assessments, interventions, and responses to care.
- Educated patients and families about illness progression, treatment options, and available resources for additional support.
- Efficiently managed caseloads while adhering to regulatory guidelines ensuring compliance with Medicare conditions of participation.
- Ensured timely delivery of medical treatments for optimal symptom management while maintaining a high level of compassion.
- Promoted an environment conducive to open communication among staff members regarding complex cases or challenging situations.
- Coordinated discharge planning with multidisciplinary teams for smooth transitions from acute care settings to home-based hospice care.
- Monitored and evaluated patient progress, adjusting care plans accordingly for best possible outcomes.
- Cultivated a positive team culture through role modeling, active listening, and open communication with peers and supervisors.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities resulting in better understanding advancements in palliative medicine.
- Conducted family meetings facilitating discussions surrounding goals of care, advance directives establishment or modification.
- Provided ongoing mentorship and education to new hires within the hospice nursing team for enhanced clinical competency development.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Provided high level of quality, compassionate care to patients and caregivers during each nursing shift.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plan for each hospice patient while following physician instructions.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse - Hospice Care
Agape Care Group
02.2011 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse - School Nurse
Horry County Schools
07.2006 - 06.2022
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Conducted health assessments and developed individualized care plans for students.
- Collaborated with educators to address student health needs and promote wellness programs.
- Provided emergency care in crisis situations, ensuring student safety and well-being.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Conway Medical Center
04.1988 - 06.2022
- Administered emergency care to patients in critical condition, ensuring timely and effective treatment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and performed diagnostic tests to assess patient conditions accurately.
- Mentored junior nurses, enhancing their clinical skills and promoting best practices in emergency care.
- Streamlined triage processes, improving patient wait times and overall department efficiency.
- Conducted staff training sessions on advanced life support techniques, elevating team competency levels.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Streamlined emergency department operations, reducing supply waste and optimizing resource use.
- Supported department leadership in implementation of policy changes, leading to improved patient care standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Charleston, WV06-1987
Skills
ED nursing management
Support executive director
Advanced cardiac life support educator
Bleeding control instructor
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Case Manager Hospice
Your Health Hospice
06.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse - Hospice Care
Agape Care Group
02.2011 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse - School Nurse
Horry County Schools
07.2006 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Conway Medical Center
04.1988 - 06.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Charleston