Terri Knight
Nokomis,FL
Summary
Dynamic Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience at Millennium Physician Group, excelling in patient education and disease management. Proven ability in diagnostic test interpretation and effective communication, enhancing patient outcomes. Committed to evidence-based practice and preventive care, fostering wellness strategies for diverse patient populations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
APRN
Millennium Physician Group
02.2017 - Current
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Assessed patient conditions by performing thorough examinations and asking appropriate medical questions.
- Provided counseling to patients and families and referred patients to other treatment facilities.
- Evaluated patient progress and responses to various treatments.
Nurse Practitioner
Sarasota Pain Management
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Appropriately diagnosed and treated variety of diseases and injuries through careful questioning and assessment of patient symptoms.
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
Nursing Instructor
Texas County Tech Institute
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Salem Memorial District Hospital
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Registered Nurse
Phelps County Regional Medical Center Medical Group
08.2007 - 03.2014
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Cox College
Springfield MO05-2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University
Fayette, MO05-2014
Skills
- Preventive care
- Diagnostic test interpretation
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Protocol compliance
- Acute and chronic health issues
- Evidence-based practice
- Disease prevention
- Adult health management
- Medical documentation
- Preventive medicine
- Wellness strategies
Timeline
APRN
Millennium Physician Group
02.2017 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Sarasota Pain Management
07.2016 - 01.2017
Nursing Instructor
Texas County Tech Institute
01.2016 - 06.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Salem Memorial District Hospital
04.2014 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse
Phelps County Regional Medical Center Medical Group
08.2007 - 03.2014
Master of Science - Nursing
Cox College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Methodist University