Frances Terrell, RN
Ruston
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with strong foundation in pediatric care. Proven ability to provide effective patient care and support to young patients and their families. Demonstrate proficiency in patient assessment and critical thinking.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Willis Knighton South
03.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing a positive rapport with the healthcare team.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication with colleagues, ensuring continuity of care for all patients.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients upon admission, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
- Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
- Improved patient comfort levels during procedures by utilizing age-appropriate distractions and techniques, such as storytelling or guided imagery.
- Cross-trained to take patients on the adult med surg, adult step down, postpartum, PICU, and NICU floors.
Assistant Teacher
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Advocate for needs of the child while in my care
- Work to achieve age appropriate milestones with each child (ages 4 months-5 yr)
- Provide sense of security and promote independence
- Discuss behavioral or developmental issues and delays with parents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
05-2025
Skills
- Clear Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Time Management
- Pediatric assessment
Volunteer Opportunities
- Camp I’m Still Me, 06/2023, 06/2024, 06/2025
- Buddy at Dixie Diehard Baseball, 09/2023
- Medcamps of Louisiana Heroes with Hearts Retreat, 11/2023
Certification
- STABLE; To Be Completed 03/25/25
- Preceptor Certification; To Be Completed 05/01/25
- Advanced Hazmat Life Support (AHLS), 04/01/24
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 04/04/24
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), 05/30/24
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 06/19/24
- Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS/STROKE), 09/24/24
- The F.R.E.E.D.O.M. Training Program, 01/06/2023
- BLS provider and CPR Certification, 02/14/2022
Leadership Experience
- Nurse Residency Program Project; The Effects on Patient Care Related to Early Floating of New Nurses, 4/2025. Researched the dangers to patients and nurses of floating new graduate nurses immediately after completing orientation. Presented projected to shared governance committee at Willis Knighton Health Care Systems. Sat in meetings with hospital administration including hospital CNO to discuss implementation of a 30 day no float grace period. Project resulted in the implementation of a 30 day no float grace period for newly hired nurses after completion of orientation.
- Tau Beta Sigma Honorary Band Sorority, President, 03/2021-05/2023, Coordinate with Nationals to turn in paperwork, Advocate for chapter and band needs, Run meetings, organize socials and service projects, Coordinate with executive committee, band director, and other organizations, Maintain the integrity and passion of the sorority and the work done, Recruit new members who will maintain the integrity of the sorority, Run meetings regarding Focus on Five Campaign, Collaborate with district regarding new membership education, Create and write membership education plan, Plan and execute membership initiation
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics
Willis Knighton South
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Bright Beginnings Child Care Center
03.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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