Overview
Summary
Work History
Education
Accomplishments
Certification
Work Preference
Certifications
Timeline
Terri Mellway
Registered Nurse
Open To Work

Terri Mellway

Hospice Niagara
St. Catharines,ON
15
Years of experience
3
Certification

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 15 years of diverse experience in medical, primary care, emergency, and palliative care nursing. Expertise in enhancing patient education and developing innovative programs that significantly improve healthcare outcomes. Recognized for fostering collaboration and excelling in interdisciplinary teamwork to ensure a holistic approach to patient care. Passionate about continuous learning and advocacy, consistently striving to elevate the quality of care and enhance patient satisfaction.

Work History

Palliative Care Nurse

3 Months
Hospice Niagara | 07.2026 - Current
  • Managing palliative symptom assessments and adjust care plans to support comfort-focused patient goals.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary communication with physicians, social workers, and spiritual care to align treatment plans.
  • Educated families on medications, symptom changes, and end-of-life care expectations.

Palliative Care Nurse

1 Year 6 Months
Hospice Huntsville | 01.2025 - 07.2026
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Administered medications and monitored pain control, side effects, and treatment response.

Primary Care Nurse

2 Years 1 Month
Algonquin Family Health Team | 06.2024 - 07.2026

Conducted well baby visits to monitor growth and development.

Performed Pap tests to assess women's health in a clinical setting. to screen for cervical cancer and promote women's health.

Vaccine administration and education

Registered Nurse in Emergency Department

9 Months
North Bay Regional Health Centre | 09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Performed rapid triage and comprehensive assessments for emergency patients requiring immediate intervention
  • Conducted rapid emergency assessments and prioritized care using CTAS principles.
  • Initiated emergency treatments, monitored vital signs, and responded to changing patient conditions
  • Monitored unstable patients, recognizing deterioration and escalating interventions promptly.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions to ensure comprehensive understanding and support

Primary Care Nurse

9 Months
Burks Falls Family Health Team | 07.2022 - 04.2023

Conducted well baby visits to monitor growth and development.

Performed prenatal visits to assess maternal and fetal health.

Administered immunizations to protect patients from preventable diseases.

Registered Nurse, 4A Respirology

3 Years 3 Months
Niagara Health System | 04.2019 - 07.2022

Full-time RN on 4A Respiratory/ Medical Unit

  • Coordinated patient care from admission to discharge, ensuring continuity and quality of service
  • Provided leadership and oversight as Charge Nurse during critical shifts
  • Provided support for patients and family during Covid Pandemic

Registered Nurse , GNGH Medical Unit

2 Years 5 Months
Niagara Health System | 02.2018 - 07.2020

Provided nursing care in GNGH Unit C and Unit D

Assessed patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions using clinical judgment and care standards.

Administered medications safely while monitoring responses and documenting changes in patient status.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient-centered care and discharge planning.

Certified Respiratory Educator and CDM Nurse

5 Years 7 Months
Niagara Medical Group FHT | 05.2013 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with health care providers at Family Health team to perform spirometry and respiratory assessments, providing ongoing COPD and asthma education to patients. Delivered health teaching on weight management, hypertension, heart failure, and healthy habits for kids program.
  • Contributed to Memory Clinic team, supporting patients' cognitive health assessments and management strategies.
  • Delivered patient education on chronic disease management, prevention, and self-care strategies.
  • Developed clear, culturally sensitive teaching materials for diverse patient populations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary care teams to support coordinated health education plans.

Medical/Surgical RN

2 Years
Niagara Health System | 05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Assessed medical-surgical patients, prioritized interventions, and updated care plans based on changing clinical conditions.
  • Administered medications safely, verified orders, and monitored patients for adverse reactions and therapeutic response.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary care with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to support timely treatment decisions.

BScN Student Externship Program

1 Year 4 Months
Niagara Health System | 05.2009 - 09.2010
  • Assisted nursing staff in Medical Unit during summer breaks, gaining hands-on experience while enrolled in BScN program.

Education

Certified Respiratory Educator - COPD/ Asthma

Resp Trek/ Ontario Lung Association | 06.2014

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

McMaster University | 04.2011

- Pre- Health Sciences

Niagara College | 04.2006

Accomplishments

    Worked with the Manager of Communications for the NHS so to speak on behalf of the nursing staff in the "Legacy Video" for the opening of the St. Catharines hospital. ( 2014)

    Worked with the Manager of Communications for a interview by the Standard on " Nursing during the C-Diff breakout". ( 2014)

    Presented Asthma poster at the Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario Conference in 2015.

    Wrote an article that was published by the Ontario Lung Association on developing a Primary Care Asthma program ( 2015)

Certification

  • ACLS , Heart and Stroke Training

  • BLS, Heart and Stroke Training

  • Certified Respiratory Educator

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Minimum Desired Compensation

$45/hr

Certifications

06-2024

Timeline

Palliative Care Nurse
Hospice Niagara
07.2026 - Current
Palliative Care Nurse
Hospice Huntsville
01.2025 - 07.2026
Primary Care Nurse
Algonquin Family Health Team
06.2024 - 07.2026
Registered Nurse in Emergency Department
North Bay Regional Health Centre
09.2023 - 06.2024
Primary Care Nurse
Burks Falls Family Health Team
07.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, 4A Respirology
Niagara Health System
04.2019 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse , GNGH Medical Unit
Niagara Health System
02.2018 - 07.2020
Certified Respiratory Educator and CDM Nurse
Niagara Medical Group FHT
05.2013 - 12.2018
Medical/Surgical RN
Niagara Health System
05.2011 - 05.2013
BScN Student Externship Program
Niagara Health System
05.2009 - 09.2010
Niagara College
from Pre- Health Sciences
McMaster University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
Resp Trek/ Ontario Lung Association
Certified Respiratory Educator from COPD/ Asthma
Terri MellwayRegistered Nurse