Kenyana Terry
Douglasville
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse specializing in emergency and critical care. Expertise in high-pressure environments with a focus on patient needs and quality care delivery. Strong communication skills facilitate effective teamwork within healthcare settings. Enhanced patient satisfaction through dedicated service and advocacy efforts.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Case Manager
CenterWell Home Health
01.2025 - Current
- Educated patients on disease prevention strategies and wellness promotion techniques, enhancing their ability to make informed lifestyle modifications.
- Managed caseloads, prioritizing urgent patient issues to ensure timely interventions and support.
- Coordinated medical services among primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, and outpatient clinics to streamline patient care and improve health outcomes.
- Conducted weekly interdisciplinary team meetings to review case management activities for assigned caseloads.
Registered Nurse Travel, Emergency Department
Cross Country- North Mississippi Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify condition changes, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prioritized nursing interventions using critical thinking based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs, ensuring timely care.
- Provided compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, contributing to improved patient satisfaction.
Home Health RN Case Manager
Amedysis Home Health
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Reduced hospital readmissions through diligent monitoring of patients'' progress and timely interventions in-home settings.
- Increased medication adherence by providing comprehensive education on drug administration, interactions, and side effects.
- Managed complex caseloads by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities to support staff, and ensuring accurate documentation.
- Enhanced wound healing through application of advanced techniques including negative pressure therapy and hydrocolloid dressings.
Registered Nurse- ER
Aya Healthcare
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Executed arterial cut-downs, central line insertions, and endotracheal tube placements during trauma procedures, ensuring timely interventions.
- Provided specialized nursing care to critically ill patients presenting life-threatening conditions, prioritizing patient safety and stabilization.
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions, enhancing patient well-being.
- Minimized hospital stays with recovery-centered approaches, reducing average in-patient stay length
Registered Nurse Traveler, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital Main (Traveler)
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Administered oxygen, IV fluids, blood transfusions and a variety of medications during emergency events via various routes
- Collaborated on trauma and emergency interventions for head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma, contributing to critical patient outcomes
- Monitored nursing care and patient assessments, ensuring timely and effective treatment implementation
- Established rapport with patients and families, enhancing patient experience and support during care
Nurse Supervisor
Diversity Health Center
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Supervised and motivated nursing staff to maintain high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients, improving health outcomes.
- Developed relationships with medical providers to enhance collaboration between nurses and physicians, leading to timely implementation of effective treatment strategies.
- Upheld high standards of nursing practice through continuous education on current trends, emerging challenges in healthcare delivery systems, and best practices in leadership roles within the profession.
LPN/RN
Trinity Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Monitored respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels to ensure optimal patient care.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Documented clinical data accurately to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prioritized tasks effectively to ensure timely completion of daily responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College
Hamilton, AL12.2020
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Medical Records Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Infection control
- Vitals Monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Treatment Preparation
- Trauma Recovery
- Privacy and Confidentiality
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- TNCC- Trauma Nurse Core Course
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
RN Case Manager
CenterWell Home Health
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Travel, Emergency Department
Cross Country- North Mississippi Medical Center
06.2024 - 12.2024
Home Health RN Case Manager
Amedysis Home Health
02.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse- ER
Aya Healthcare
10.2022 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse Traveler, Emergency Department
Huntsville Hospital Main (Traveler)
02.2022 - 08.2022
Nurse Supervisor
Diversity Health Center
05.2021 - 01.2022
LPN/RN
Trinity Healthcare
02.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mississippi University For Women
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bevill State Community College