Meika Terry
Piedmont
Summary
Current Nurse Practitioner Student at South University , seeking to gain Pediatric experience through clinicals.
Experienced Registered Nurse skilled in Medication and IV administration, patient assessments, and direct patient care. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices, enhancing patient outcomes and safety.
Compassionate nursing professional with a strong background in labor and delivery,correctional nursing, emergency response, and patient education. Committed to developing individualized care plans and implementing effective infection control measures to ensure high-quality patient experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
SCDC-McCormick Correctional Institution
McCormick, SC
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored inmate health conditions, documenting changes with precision.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Educated inmates on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Implemented infection control measures, enhancing overall facility safety.
- Conducted health assessments, identifying and addressing urgent medical needs.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided compassionate care during labor and delivery for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, ensuring timely interventions.
- Assisted in developing personalized birth plans to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and safety protocols.
- Educated expectant families on labor processes, pain management options, and newborn care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to reduce complications during labor and delivery phases.
- Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Assisted doctors in monitoring baby and mother health during labor.
Travel Nurse-Labor and Delivery
Aya Healthcare-Henry County Hospital
Stockbridge, GA
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered patient care in various departments, adapting to diverse clinical settings and protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Educated patients and families on health management, improving understanding of treatment plans and outcomes.
- Conducted assessments to monitor patient progress, adjusting care strategies based on evolving needs.
- Delivered high-quality patient care during emergency situations, remaining calm under pressure and effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Expedited treatment times with proficient IV insertion skills, medication administration, and wound dressing changes.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, enabling them to provide more informed support for their loved ones during recovery periods.
Nurse Manager
NHC
Laurens, SC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Led nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes across departments.
- Developed training programs for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and skill enhancement.
- Streamlined patient admission processes, reducing wait times and improving satisfaction rates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care planning for patients.
- Monitored compliance with healthcare regulations, maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
Education
MSN-FNP - Nursing
South University
Savannah, GA09-2026
Bachelor of Science - BSN- Nursing
Chamberlain University
Chicago, IL06-2020
A.D.N- RN - Nursing
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC08-2018
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Licensed RN
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- HIPAA education
Preceptorship
- NHC-Nursing Home (Physical Assessment) 60hours
- Care of the Piedmont (Hospice and Palliative Care) 180hours
- Newberry Health Department (Women's Health/Preventive Health) 180hours
Certification
- BLS Training - 02/23/2026
- Certified Birth Doula , The Doula Academy - 03/2024
Timeline
Travel Nurse-Labor and Delivery
Aya Healthcare-Henry County Hospital
11.2023 - 01.2024
Labor and Delivery Nurse
Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
09.2023 - 06.2024
Nurse Manager
NHC
01.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
SCDC-McCormick Correctional Institution
04.2022 - Current
MSN-FNP - Nursing
South University
Bachelor of Science - BSN- Nursing
Chamberlain University
A.D.N- RN - Nursing
Piedmont Technical College