Terri Jewett RN

• Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
• Instructed patients and families in health promotion activities such as proper nutrition, wound care and disease prevention.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Incorporated cultural diversity into all aspects of patient assessment and management strategies.
• Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
• Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional licensure requirements.
• Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
• Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
• Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality, patient-centered care.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system utilizing Epic systems.
• My work experience for the past 10 years (and currently) has been in the Regional Staffing Pool, where I have floated between departments, including: Telemetry, Ortho med-surg, Women's med-surg, Postpartum, Cardiovascular postop procedure unit, and the Rehabilitation Unit within Thomas Hospital.

My role and responsibilities as a Home Health Care Nurse

• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
• Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
• Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
• Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
• Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Evaluated effectiveness of wound care interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
• Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
• Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
• Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
• Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
• Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
• Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, home health care policies and standards of care.

• During my time in Surgical ICU setting, I ...
• Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
• Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
• Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
• Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
• Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted as needed according to physician orders or established protocols.
• Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
• Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
• Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
• Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.
• Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
• Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
• Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
• Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
• Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.