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Deanna Morrell

Bath,NY

Summary

Driven, hardworking and veteran Registered Nurse bringing demonstrated patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management expertise. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical expertise and emergency response experience. Bringing 27-year record of success in nursing and desiring full-time Primary Care Clinic RN position with UR Medicine, St. James Hospital.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Primary Care Nurse Manager

United States Air Force (USAF)
Spangdahlem, Germany
07.2017 - 09.2021
  • Managed RN staffing/training requirements for 4 out patient clinics.
  • Managed RN-run acute care clinic for patients with cough/cold/flu, allergy, and N/V/D symptoms utilizing developed protocols and assessment skills.
  • Performed telephone triage on patients, determined severity of injuries and illnesses providing appropriate level of care guidance.
  • Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
  • Handled patients' medication refill needs by electronically ordering prescriptions to facility pharmacy.
  • Administered/monitored different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.

Perinatal Nursing Course Instructor

USAF
San Antonio, TX
06.2013 - 06.2017
  • Directed and supervised all administrative and clinical aspects of Perinatal Nursing Course.
  • Provided instruction in critical perinatal care standards for 707-hour didactic/clinical course.
  • Researched, developed, and revised course material for incorporation of national practice standards.
  • Recommended and formulated Air Force nurse corps education and training initiatives in maternal-child care.

Nurse Manager, Perinatal Nursing Unit

USAF
Anchorage, AK
06.2010 - 06.2013
  • Managed 55 nurses, EMTs and nursing activities in 35-bed L&D/antepartum/postpartum/nursery unit by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient safety and adherence to care standards.
  • Supervised, directed and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
  • Worked at least 48 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.

RN, Labor & Delivery

USAF
Misawa, Japan
06.2007 - 06.2010
  • Managed care from admission to discharge for laboring patients, newborns and antepartum patients on 10-bed inpatient unit.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Cared for pregnant patients during labor, birth, obstetrical emergencies, and other obstetric conditions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.

RN, Labor and Delivery

USAF
Hampton , VA
08.2004 - 06.2007
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery on 32-bed unit.

RN, Women's Health Clinic

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital
Urbana, NY
12.2000 - 06.2004
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Counseled women with minor health issues such as acne, weight problems, hair loss and digestive issues.
  • Warned women of risks of sexually transmitted diseases and educated on methods of prevention.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.

RN, Labor and Delivery

St. James Mercy Hospital
Hornell, NY
08.1996 - 11.2000
  • Coordinated care of low-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Completed comprehensive assessment of patient and family needs to identify outcomes, establish care plans, monitor progress and modify care plan.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

Education

Master of Science - Public Health

Trident University International
Cypress, CA
12.2010

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY
Brockport, NY
12.1997

Associate of Science - Nursing

SUNY
Alfred
06.1996

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

SUNY
Alfred
06.1987

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Patient Care Oversight
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Utilize Available Resources
  • Ensure Patient Safety
  • Adhere to Policy
  • Excellent Time Management Skills

Timeline

Primary Care Nurse Manager

United States Air Force (USAF)
07.2017 - 09.2021

Perinatal Nursing Course Instructor

USAF
06.2013 - 06.2017

Nurse Manager, Perinatal Nursing Unit

USAF
06.2010 - 06.2013

RN, Labor & Delivery

USAF
06.2007 - 06.2010

RN, Labor and Delivery

USAF
08.2004 - 06.2007

RN, Women's Health Clinic

Ira Davenport Memorial Hospital
12.2000 - 06.2004

RN, Labor and Delivery

St. James Mercy Hospital
08.1996 - 11.2000

Master of Science - Public Health

Trident University International

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

SUNY

Associate of Science - Nursing

SUNY

Associate of Science - Medical Assisting

SUNY
Deanna Morrell