Terry Cole
Booneville,MS
Summary
Dedicated Float Pool RN with expertise in patient assessment, care coordination, and infection control. Committed to delivering compassionate support while effectively managing emergency situations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Float Pool RN Including MICU
Huntsville Hospital Main
Huntsville, Alabama
10.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare team.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and ensure safety.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with swift, expert interventions to deliver optimal care and support.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and post-discharge care strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Assisted in development of individualized care plans addressing diverse patient needs.
- Supported patient rights and values through active advocacy. by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Travel RN Neuro/Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Jewish Hospital Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans for diverse patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Travel Registered Nurse PCU/Telemetry
Norton Hospital
Louisville, Kentucky
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in patient care unit.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Interviewed patients and families to assess needs and risk categories to develop and implement appropriate plans of care.
- Performed assessments of new admissions in order to create individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during critical situations.
- Instructed patients on disease, treatment and care plan to enhance quality of life and promote positive attitude.
- Administered injections and IV therapy and placed IV catheters.
- Conducted physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses and treat patients en route to hospitals or disaster site triage centers.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols consistently.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Managed inventory by ordering necessary stock of medications and supplies regularly. of medications and supplies to maintain adequate medical inventory.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations in order to provide prompt interventions for critically ill patients.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKGs and lab draws according to established protocols.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines in providing quality patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations in order to provide prompt interventions for critically ill patients.
Travel RN Rehab/Hospice/Long Term Care
North Mississippi Medical Center
Tupelo, Mississippi
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physicians.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during challenging situations.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient admissions and discharges.
Travel PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Operated telemetry equipment for monitoring patient cardiac activity for continuous cardiac monitoring and data recording.
- Utilized telemetry to monitor patients' cardiac status.
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Monitored patient vital signs for changes and reported findings to healthcare team.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patients' condition or vital signs.
- Responded promptly to alarms and alerts to ensure patient safety and care quality.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored medication administration for safety and conducted thorough reviews of lab results to inform patient care.
- Managed intravenous therapy including IV starts, changes, discontinuation per physician orders.
- Administered intravenous fluids, medications and other therapies as ordered by physician.
- Acted swiftly during emergencies, employing expertise to deliver optimal care and implement life-saving interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to advocate for patient needs and effectively implement treatment plans.
Travel RN PCU/Telemetry Relief Charge
North Alabama Medical Center
Florence, Alabama
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Administered prescribed medications to patients in clinical settings. and treatments to diverse patient populations.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Managed emergency care situations in high-pressure environments. situations, applying critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and crisis intervention.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Coordinated patient transfers and discharge planning with healthcare staff.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during difficult times.
- Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences across multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Provided palliative and end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
Travel RN Med/surg-PCU/Telemetry
North Mississippi Medical Center
Tupelo, Mississippi
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical care.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by physicians to ensure effective patient recovery.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Managed emergency care situations, applying critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions to promote understanding and compliance.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators and IV pumps for patient care.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Developed nursing care plans based on individual the individual needs of each patient.
- Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided palliative and end-of-life care, offering emotional support to patients and families.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
Travel RN ER/Trauma-Med/Surg- PCU/Telemetry
McCamey County Hospital District
McCamey, Texas
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in emergency situations by delivering critical nursing interventions.
- Managed emergency care situations, applying critical thinking and rapid decision-making skills.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations or changes in patient's condition.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for patient safety.
- Conducted physical exams, ordered laboratory tests, and interpreted results for diagnosis.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans and health management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Implemented infection control protocols to ensure a safe healthcare environment.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as ventilators, oxygen delivery systems, and IV pumps to meet individual patient needs.
- Developed nursing care plans based on individual needs of each patient.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions regarding end-of-life care issues.
- Adjusted to various hospital units, ensuring effective patient care delivery, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
RN Med/Surg-PCU/Telemetry
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville
Booneville, Mississippi
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments and therapies.
- Assisted in emergency situations by performing life-saving techniques and interventions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care instructions.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with hospital policies.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, a safe, clean patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' condition.
Education
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida State College
Jacksonville, FL12-2010
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN08-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Patient evaluations
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Electronic health records
- EMR / EHR
- Epic EHR management
- IV management
- Infection control
- Infection control measures
- Critical thinking
- Critical care
- Cardiac care
- Tracheostomy care
- Ventilator care
- Collecting vitals
- Patient care
- Geriatric treatment
- Health education
- Team collaboration
- Emotional support
- Pain management
- Infection control measures
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- TNCC
Timeline
Float Pool RN Including MICU
Huntsville Hospital Main
10.2024 - Current
Travel RN Neuro/Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Jewish Hospital Louisville
05.2024 - 08.2024
Travel Registered Nurse PCU/Telemetry
Norton Hospital
12.2023 - 05.2024
Travel RN Rehab/Hospice/Long Term Care
North Mississippi Medical Center
09.2023 - 12.2023
Travel PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University
07.2023 - 09.2023
Travel RN PCU/Telemetry Relief Charge
North Alabama Medical Center
12.2022 - 07.2023
Travel RN Med/surg-PCU/Telemetry
North Mississippi Medical Center
08.2022 - 12.2022
Travel RN ER/Trauma-Med/Surg- PCU/Telemetry
McCamey County Hospital District
04.2022 - 08.2022
RN Med/Surg-PCU/Telemetry
Baptist Memorial Hospital Booneville
02.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Registered Nurse
Florida State College
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Walden University