Karen Feole-Teppo

Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process covering 3 to 4 high acuity patients per shift.

• Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
• Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
• Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
• Delivered high-quality and compassionate treatment to all patients.
• Consistently assessed and evaluated patients' health needs by coordinating across medical disciplines to create, implement and modify personalized care plans.
• Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
• Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to relay patient needs.
• Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Collected lab specimens, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests and lab results.
• Administered colostomies and ostomies, urostomies and foley tubes accurately to provide exceptional patient care.
• Provided compassionate care to terminally ill patients in home settings.
• Administered medications and monitored patient health status regularly.
• Collaborated with families to develop personalized care plans, ensuring alignment with patient values and preferences.
• Educated patients and families on hospice services and end-of-life options, enhancing understanding and decision-making during critical times.
• Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
• Conducted emotional support sessions for patients and caregivers.
• Documented patient progress and care interventions accurately in electronic records.
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and best practices in home environments.
• Provided emotional support to patients and families during end-of-life transitions, fostering comfort and understanding.
• Assessed patients' medical condition, medications and physical needs in order to develop individualized care plans.
• Provided emotional support and counseling for family members of terminally ill patients.
• Administered palliative treatments including hospice medications, wound care treatments and supportive therapies.
• Provided spiritual guidance through prayer or meditation when requested by the patient or family member.
• Performed regular visits to patient's home to evaluate health status, administer medication, and provide other services as necessary.
• Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team comprised of social workers, chaplains and volunteers to meet the needs of each patient.
• Served as an advocate for the patient's rights while respecting personal choices related to care decisions.
• Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding the implementation of care plans.
• Provided direct assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating or ambulation when needed.
• Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse, respiration rate, oxygen saturation levels and blood pressure.
• Responded quickly to changes in patient's conditions or symptoms by implementing appropriate interventions.
• Assisted families in understanding their rights related to end-of-life decision making processes.
• Participated in educational activities such as lectures, conferences or seminars on topics related to hospice nursing.
• Conducted assessments of pain levels to ensure adequate symptom management.
• Administered medication for symptom management and pain control.
• Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for optimal hospice services.
• Assessed patient needs and comfort levels through regular home visits and evaluations.
• Educated families on end-of-life care strategies and available support resources.
• Collaborated with physicians to adjust treatment plans based on patient feedback.
• Managed medication schedules to ensure compliance and alleviate symptoms effectively.
• Collaborated closely with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care.
• Monitored medication regimens to ensure safe administration of medications in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
• Ensured timely completion of all required documentation including admission paperwork, discharge summaries.
• Provided patient and family education regarding disease process, symptom management, end-of-life issues, and available resources.
• Acted as a liaison between the patient, family members and hospice staff, physicians regarding treatment options or prognosis updates.
• Conducted regular visits with assigned patients in their home setting or at long-term care facilities to assess health status changes.
• Identified medical equipment and supplies needed by patient; arranged for delivery and set up.
• Facilitated referrals for additional services such as social work counseling or spiritual care when necessary.
• Attended weekly case conferences to review current cases and develop treatment plans for new admissions.
• Provided guidance on managing symptoms related to terminal illnesses such as pain control techniques or nutrition counseling.
• Responded promptly to emergent situations involving hospice patients and provided crisis intervention when needed.