Terri McDonald
Lindale,TX
Summary
To provide the highest standard of care and excellence of service with each patient encounter. To treat every patient, Family member and health care associate with dignity, respect and appreciation. To provide knowledge, resources and education to every patient. Family member, care provider and healthcare associate empowering them to choose excellence in healthcare.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Angels Of Care Pediatric Home Health
06.2022 - Current
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
- Performed skilled assessments of vital signs, laboratory results, oxygenation levels, and overall patient condition to inform treatment decisions effectively.
- Managed critical situations calmly by utilizing advanced clinical skills during emergency scenarios such as respiratory distress or code blue events.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by serving as a charge nurse or preceptor within the COVID-19 unit, guiding staff towards successful patient care delivery.
- Streamlined workflow efficiency through timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and responses to treatments.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards regarding sensitive patient health information as required by HIPAA regulations.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the COVID-19 unit.
- Educated patients and families about COVID-19 related illnesses, recommended protective measures and treatments.
- Mitigated hazard potential from patients with communicable diseases.
Registered Nurse
UT Health Tyler
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when making decisions related to patient care, resulting in timely interventions and improved outcomes for high-risk patients.
- Facilitated successful transitions between shifts by conducting thorough bedside report handoffs that included detailed information about patients'' current conditions, recent interventions, pending tests or treatments, and anticipated needs during the next shift.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive care to critically ill cardiovascular patients.
- Promoted a positive work environment on the cardiac unit through effective communication, active listening, and conflict resolution skills.
- Served as a role model for professional nursing practice through consistent demonstration of ethical behavior, accountability, and commitment to ongoing professional development within the field of cardiovascular nursing.
- Increased efficiency in patient admissions by developing streamlined processes for obtaining medical histories and initiating interventions promptly upon arrival to the unit.
- Prevented complications in post-operative patients through vigilant monitoring of vital signs and early intervention as needed.
- Collaborated with cardiologists to diagnose causes of arrhythmias and offered pacemakers, ablation, medications and other interventional treatments.
- Managed hypertension, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias and other heart conditions by evaluating and monitoring pacemakers and defibrillators.
- Treated patients with coronary heart disease and provided post-operative care following bypass surgery or heart transplant procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
01.2014 - 12.2017
- 24 bed combined ICU and CVICU unit
- Relief Charge Nurse
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and progress, contributing to improved communication among team members and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments of newly admitted patients to establish baseline data for subsequent evaluations throughout their stay in the unit.
- Optimized use of medical equipment such as cardiac monitors and ventilators to ensure appropriate monitoring and treatment delivery for critically ill patients.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between shifts through detailed handoff reporting, ensuring continuity of care for patients around the clock.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in CVICU critical care units.
- Delivered compassionate emotional support for patients and their families during challenging times related to illness or end-of-life situations.
Registered Nurse
Winnie Community Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Rural access hospital with 12 acute care beds and 3 bed ER rotating between floor and ER nurse schedule
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- 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.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Christus Health
04.2009 - 04.2012
- ICU position for Christus Health Full time Supplemental ICU staff nurse Christus St Elisabeth's Beaumont, Tx transferring to CVICU full time position for 12 bed unit Christus Port Arthur, Tx
- Received and recovered post CABG and vascular intervention patients
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
- Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
- Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
- Managed patient flow effectively through timely placements upon admission as well as coordinating smooth transfers and discharges.
- ACLS instructor for Christus Health Beaumont
Clinical Coordinator RN
Ocshner Medical Center
01.2008 - 04.2009
- Clinical Cardiopulmonary Coordinator for Ocshner Clinics
- Coordinated and onboarding Physicians and scheduling facilitating needs with patient and procedure support and scheduling for average 120 patient per day schedules with 2 locations
- Coordinating and scheduling physician support staff
- Coordinated Pacemaker Clinic for Baton Rouge for evaluation and resources with all pacemaker device companies
- Decreased the standard missed patient visit appointment from 33% to < 5%
- Provided patient care, assessment, medication administration and evaluation during non invasive cardiac stress and vascular testing
Registered Nurse
Integris Health
05.1987 - 05.2007
- Began as a Graduate Nurse for Integris Health in Blackwell, Oklahoma May 1987-1995 Blackwell Regional Hospital a 52 bed facility rotating from medical surgical floor to all areas of the hospital. Work as the relief house supervisor and ER nurse in 3 bed emergency room
- 1995-2002- Integris Health Enid ICU and stepdown
- 2002-2007 Integris Health Oklahoma City, Ok -Heart Lung and Liver transplant unit
- Achieved national certification in critical care and cardiovascular nursing
- Maintained BLS, PALS,TNCC and ACLS
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Oklahoma College
Tonkawa, OK05.1987
Skills
- Facilitating transition to electronic documentation and medication administration in 4 facilities
- ACLS Instructor 2005-2018
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Emergency Care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Geriatric Nursing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Family Education
- Medical Records Management
- Trauma Nursing
- Intensive Care Unit
- Diabetes management
- Hospice Care
- Home Health Care
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection Control
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Student Precepting
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Acute care expertise
- Training staff
- Delegation and Motivation
- Unit Oversight
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Angels Of Care Pediatric Home Health
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
UT Health Tyler
06.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
San Jacinto Methodist Hospital
01.2014 - 12.2017
Registered Nurse
Winnie Community Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2015
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Christus Health
04.2009 - 04.2012
Clinical Coordinator RN
Ocshner Medical Center
01.2008 - 04.2009
Registered Nurse
Integris Health
05.1987 - 05.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Northern Oklahoma College
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