Christina Morse
Okeechobee,FL
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a background as a Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor at CPI and extensive experience as a Registered Nurse in HCA East Florida's Emergency Department. Expert in fostering safe learning environments and delivering high-quality emergency care. Skilled in public speaking and strong communication, with a proven track record of enhancing student and patient outcomes through innovative teaching and nursing practices.
Highly skilled professional offering 20-year history protecting communities and educating public in disaster preparedness. Bringing comprehensive understanding of emergency management protocols. Well-versed in principles of response, recovery and mitigation.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA East Florida
12.1999 - Current
- CNC Emergency Department
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Acted as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Contributed to the creation of a positive work culture within the Emergency Department by actively participating in team-building activities, offering constructive feedback, celebrating successes, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among colleagues.
- Prevented potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to established protocols.
- Enhanced team morale and efficiency, leading by example and fostering supportive environment.
- Supported department leadership in implementation of policy changes, leading to improved patient care standards.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-offs and discharge planning.
- Provided valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one's care.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
CPI
01.2005 - Current
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Fostered positive learning environment, encouraging students to express their ideas and questions freely.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY10-2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL10-2012
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Public Speaking
- Class Instruction
- Understanding of learning styles
- Continuous professional development
- ACLS Certified
- PALS Certified
- Certified HERT Instructor
- Certified Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
Awards
- Frist Award Winner
- Innovation Award Winner
- Nurse Excellence Award Winner- Leadership
Timeline
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
CPI
01.2005 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HCA East Florida
12.1999 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Indian River State College
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