Terry Steele
Rincon,GA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in medication administration, patient education, and direct patient care. Known for a compassionate bedside manner and effective management of challenging patient situations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
The Center at Foresight
Grand Junction, CO
09.2018 - 09.2025
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- ADON for four years and Staff nurse for three years
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, fostering a compassionate care atmosphere.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Registered Nurse
Wellbrook Post Acute Care
Grand Junction, CO
03.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols, contributing to a safe healthcare environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans effectively.
- Documented patient information accurately using electronic health record systems.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, fostering a compassionate care atmosphere.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
LPN to RN
Mesa Manor
Grand Junction, CO
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and preferences.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and streamline operations.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development through guidance and support.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care strategies to maximize health outcomes effectively.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Arkansas State University
Mountain Home, AR05.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO12.2016
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
The Center at Foresight
09.2018 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse
Wellbrook Post Acute Care
03.2017 - 09.2018
LPN to RN
Mesa Manor
09.2015 - 03.2017
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Arkansas State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Colorado Mesa University