Terry Yahnke
Cold Lake,Alberta
Summary
Dedicated professional seeking to advance a career in the health and medical industry, leveraging skills and experience to deliver impactful services to the community. Prefers dynamic and flexible organizations that value innovation and adaptability. Eager to contribute to a collaborative team environment where achievements are recognized and rewarded, ultimately driving overall performance and success. Passionate about fostering job satisfaction through meaningful contributions that enhance community health outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Eisan Consulting
10.2025 - Current
- Due to begin work November 4, 2025
Registered Nurse
Cold Lake Healthcare Centre
07.2018 - Current
- Seasoned Registered Nurse with extensive experience in emergency care at Cold Lake Healthcare Centre, adept in managing ER triage effectively, conducting comprehensive primary and secondary assessments, and administered emergency treatments.
Registered Nurse
Friendly Society Private Hospital
01.2013 - 09.2024
- Part-time Registered Nurse in the Emergency Department at Friendly Society Private Hospital, delivering specialized cardiac care and managing complex patient treatments.
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
01.2013 - 09.2024
- Delivered high-quality, evidence-based emergency nursing care across diverse populations in a high-pressure Critical Care unit, including Trauma, Resuscitation, and Triage, at Bundaberg Base Hospital Emergency Department.
- Excelled in promoting health and preventing illness, catering to patients of various ages and cultural backgrounds.
Registered Nurse
Primco Dene
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided Registered Nurse vacation relief at Foster Creek Medical Clinic
- Completed Primco Dene EMS LP and HR Orientation
- Worked in conjunction with an OHN and paramedics to meet the health care needs of contractors and employees of a busy oil field site.
- Implemented established protocols of care and utilized the Medical Director when required.
Registered Nurse
Grey Nuns Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Specialized in ICU/CCU environments, with proficiency in Emergency Department operations.
- Excelled in delivering prioritized, high-intensity care to critically ill patients.
- Skilled in administering advanced intensive therapies within critical care settings.
Licensed Nurse Practitioner
Strathcona Senior Citizen Centre
08.2005 - 01.2007
- Delivered comprehensive care and medication management to elderly patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with daily living activities, enhancing patient mobility through Range of Motion (ROM) exercises.
- Skillfully operated patient lifts and administered therapeutic whirlpool baths to promote healing and relaxation.
Parents as Teachers Coordinator
Success by 6
01.2000 - 08.2006
- Oversaw a diverse team of mentors delivering in-home support to families with newborns, enhancing early childhood development.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Specialist
Millwoods Family Resource Centre
09.1999 - 06.2006
- Spearheaded a dynamic support group for mothers parenting children affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD).
- Delivered impactful education on prenatal alcohol exposure risks to at-risk populations and key community stakeholders.
Education
Critical Care Orientation Program -
Grant MacEwan University
Edmonton, Alberta01.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta01.2008
Bachelor of Education - undefined
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta01.1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Certification
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support-completed Oct. 9/25
- BLS recertification-completed Sept. 16/25
- TNCC: Trauma Nurse Core Competency-completed April 14/25
- ENPC: Emergency Delivery in the ER + Born Lite-completed Oct. 26/25
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support-completed Oct. /23
- Intraosseous Vascular Access-completed Oct. 26/25
- ENPC: Capnography & Capnometry in the ER-completed Oct. 17/25
- NIHSS: National Institute of Health Stroke Scale-completed July 2/25
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Eisan Consulting
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Primco Dene
09.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Cold Lake Healthcare Centre
07.2018 - Current
Registered Nurse
Friendly Society Private Hospital
01.2013 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Queensland Health
01.2013 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Grey Nuns Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2012
Licensed Nurse Practitioner
Strathcona Senior Citizen Centre
08.2005 - 01.2007
Parents as Teachers Coordinator
Success by 6
01.2000 - 08.2006
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Specialist
Millwoods Family Resource Centre
09.1999 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Education - undefined
University of Alberta
Critical Care Orientation Program -
Grant MacEwan University
PERSONAL DETAILS
- DOB: Sept. 12/71
- Nationality-Canadian
- Citizenship-Australia
Personal Information
- Title: Registered Nurse
- Nationality: Canadian
- Driving License: Current Class 5
- Marital Status: Married