Alyssa Morrill
Saratoga Springs,UT
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate student in an accelerated Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Program at Provo College who is projected to graduate in August of 2025. Offering 8 years in the healthcare field, 6 of those being in emergency medicine. Current Emergency Department Technician who is committed to collaborating with medical teams to meet physical and emotional needs of patients. Successfully aids in a wide range of medical emergencies/procedures including cardiac arrest/resuscitation, major trauma, line insertion, and ECMO cannulation. Familiar with and proficient in meeting the needs of patients of the behavioral health population. Recognized for superior ability to proactively identify needs of staff and respond quickly and accordingly. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Critical Care Technician
Intermountain Health
Utah Valley Hospital- Provo, Utah
08.2023 - Current
- Safely and effectively insert peripheral intravenous catheters and urinary catheters
- Efficiently prioritize multiple patient needs to optimize care
- Splint application and patient education on orthopedic devices
- Assist with procedures such as wound care, orthopedic reductions, cardioversions, and intubation
- Assist with critical care processes such as cardiac arrest and major traumas
- Assist with department upkeep including stocking and cleaning
- Acts as Health Unit Coordinator answering phones, assisting with questions from the general public, paging on call physicians, requesting inpatient placement, and arranging patient transfers
- Consistently provided high-quality care under pressure, successfully managing multiple priorities during critical situations and emergency scenarios.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients'' emotional well-being while providing compassionate care under challenging circumstances.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Proactively identified potential complications by closely observing patients for signs of clinical deterioration, alerting medical staff as needed.
Emergency Department Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
La Jolla, CA
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Collaborating with physicians and other medical staff to optimize patient care
- Assistance in emergency procedures such as central and arterial line insertion and ECMO cannulation under direct supervision of a physician
- Collecting patient data such as vital signs and reporting any abnormalities in a timely manner
- Performance of 12-Lead EKG
- Application and patient education of splints and other orthopedic devices
- Assistance with department upkeep including stocking, cleaning, and equipment maintenance
- Providing clerical support, answering phones, paging appropriate physicians for patient consults
- Current Co-Chair of the Emergency Department Practice Council, who is committed to improving ED processes and maintaining department morale.
Endoscopy Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
La Jolla, CA
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted physicians in endoscopy procedures such as colonoscopies and gastroduodenoscopies. Also proficient in assisting with advanced endoscopic procedures such as ERCP, EUS, and EBUS procedures.
- Kept endoscopic instruments cleaned, disinfected, and calibrated.
- Aided in both pre and post procedure patient care.
- Resetting procedure rooms, disinfecting surfaces, and restocking supplies.
Emergency Department Technician
Yuma Regional Medical Center
Yuma, AZ
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Took and monitored patient's vital signs, reporting any abnormalities or critical information to nurses.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like splints and crutch walking.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Assisted with CPR
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
Respite Caregiver
Rise Inc
Yuma, AZ
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
- Established, identified and assessed individual's goals and intended outcomes.
- Assisted with basic ADL's for developmentally delayed individuals.
Patient Care Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
Yuma, AZ
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Communicated and documented changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with Summary Skills Experience diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Optimized patient satisfaction, assisting senior leadership with medical procedures while explaining all exams and processes.
- Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
Education
Bachelors In Science Of Nursing - Nursing
Provo College
Provo, UTNo Degree - Nursing
Arizona Western College
Yuma, AZNo Degree - Nursing
Mira Costa
Oceanside, CASkills
- Critical thinking skills
- Assistance in emergency procedures
- EKG interpretation and monitoring
- Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters
- Sterile insertion of urinary catheters
- Efficient at manual CPR as well as management and use of the LUCAS CPR device
- Application and education of orthopedic devices
- Excellent communication skills
- Task prioritization
- Clerical support
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant- Certified by the Utah Nursing Assistant Registry
-UT0CA13207301219
-Issued: 11/07/2024
-Expires: 1/31/2027
- American Heart Association RQI BLS Certification
Skills
- Prioritizing patient needs
- Critical thinking
- Safely and effectively multitasking
- Point of Care Testing
- Infection prevention
- Time management
- Clerical support
- Orthopedic device application and education
- Insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters
- Sterile insertion of urinary catheters
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Management of LUCAS CPR device
- Assists with invasive line insertion
- Deescalation of violent patients
- Therapeutic communication
Timeline
Critical Care Technician
Intermountain Health
08.2023 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
10.2021 - 08.2023
Endoscopy Technician
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
08.2020 - 10.2021
Emergency Department Technician
Yuma Regional Medical Center
02.2019 - 07.2020
Patient Care Assistant
Yuma Regional Medical Center
02.2018 - 02.2019
Respite Caregiver
Rise Inc
07.2017 - 07.2020
No Degree - Nursing
Mira Costa
Bachelors In Science Of Nursing - Nursing
Provo College
No Degree - Nursing
Arizona Western College