Therese Pace
Registered Nurse
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, clinical education , triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Patient-oriented Nurse with 40 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with critical care and cardiac specialty.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Triage RN
Mount Carmel Heart & Vascular /Mount Carmel Health
2015.11 - 2022.08
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in field of nursing.
- Implemented infection control measures within unit, maintaining safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Championed quality improvement initiatives within unit by identifying areas for improvement and implementing evidence-based strategies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Clinical Nurse Educator
Mount Carmel East Hospital
2010.01 - 2015.11
- Coordinated continuing education events, connecting nurses with relevant resources to advance their expertise within their respective fields.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Contributed to the achievement of key performance indicators by providing data-driven recommendations for nursing education initiatives.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through the development and implementation of targeted staff education on patient-centered care practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
- Served as a mentor for junior nursing staff, fostering a positive learning environment and promoting professional growth.
- Kept current with emerging trends in healthcare education, incorporating new strategies into existing curricula for continuous program improvement.
- Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, resulting in decreased time to full productivity.
- Facilitated open communication between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing solutions to improve overall team satisfaction.
- Developed comprehensive competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels.
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts for distribution or use within classroom.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
Staff RN, CVICU
Mount Carmel West Hospital
1998.01 - 2010.01
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Advocated for needs of patients within healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Delegated tasks to nursing assistants and support staff effectively, ensuring safe and efficient care delivery.
- Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Maintained clinical competency through ongoing professional development activities such as workshops, seminars, conferences, and certifications related to nursing practice.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to detect changes in patients'' conditions promptly.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make quick decisions in high-pressure situations, prioritizing patient needs and addressing emergent issues promptly.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by building trust-based relationships and practicing active listening techniques.
- Implemented appropriate interventions based on assessment findings to maintain or improve patients'' health status.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency and better time-management within the unit.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, ensuring proper dosages were given per physician orders.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and close collaboration with healthcare team.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- 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.
Staff Nurse
Medical Surgical Unit
1984.06 - 1999.01
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to share best practices, address challenges, and foster collaboration among team members.
Nurses Aide
Mount Carmel West Hospital
1981.09 - 1984.06
Education
Master of Science - Adult Health Nursing And Nursing Education
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
Columbus, OH 2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Franklin University
Columbus, OH 2001.05 -
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Mount Carmel School of Nursing
Columbus OH 2001.05 -
Skills
Clinical judgment
undefinedAccomplishments
I received multiple recognitions and awards form my peers over the years for my nursing professionalism.
I maintained multiple certifications when I was actively employed including: med-surg, renal nursing , critical care nursing and later in advance practice nursing.
I still have an active certification with the American Nurses Credentialing Center as an Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist (ACNS-BC) . it is valid until 12/30/2026
Certification
CNS-BC
Timeline
CNS-BC
2026-12
Triage RN
Mount Carmel Heart & Vascular /Mount Carmel Health
2015.11 - 2022.08
Clinical Nurse Educator
Mount Carmel East Hospital
2010.01 - 2015.11
Master of Science - Adult Health Nursing And Nursing Education
Mount Carmel College of Nursing
2001.05 -
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Franklin University
2001.05 -
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Mount Carmel School of Nursing
2001.05 -
Staff RN, CVICU
Mount Carmel West Hospital
1998.01 - 2010.01
Staff Nurse
Medical Surgical Unit
1984.06 - 1999.01
Nurses Aide
Mount Carmel West Hospital
1981.09 - 1984.06
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