Teri Leonhardt, RN
Subspecialty Medicine, Oakbrook Terrace
I wanted a teaching hospital and heard a lot of wonderful things about Loyola.
What do you like about working for LUHS?
I've enjoyed working in different units and the people (staff) are very caring.
How many years have you been working at LUHS?
Since 1982
Where did you attend nursing school?
Evanston Hospital School of Nursing
Was your first job here at Loyola?
No, I worked at Evanston Hospital for one year before graduating.
What do you like most about your job?
I like variety in working several different clinics.
What is something that you are doing today that you never imagined you'd be doing when you first began your career?
Working in a subspecialty medical clinic at Oakbrook Terrace Medical Center
What's the nicest thing a patient has ever said to you?
Oh, I've had a lot of wonderful and kind comments over the years. The craziest would be "To the girl I've spent the hottest night of my life." The patient had a fever of 103° - 104° for one night in MICU.
What qualities do you believe are necessary to be a successful nurse?
To be a successful nurse, you need to be a caring person, always looking out for your patients. Don't worry about your feelings and remember the patient always comes first. Also, be a great listener.