Evaline Morris
Registered Nurse
Knightdale,NC
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive Hospital, SNF, Home Care, private duty, and clinc triage experience. Throughout the years, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and strong clinical judgment. Proven ability to lead nursing staff and foster collaboration, while expertly managing complex cases and ensuring adherence to infection control measures. Committed to patient advocacy and continuous professional development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Central Regional Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
10.2016 - 01.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Contractor Registered Nurse
USAF
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and budgets.
- Coordinated timely delivery of materials and resources to job sites, preventing delays in project timelines.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Nursing Supervisor
Hollyhill Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2016
- Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for Number nurses and support personnel.
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
- Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by conducting regular unit assessments and process improvements.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via email, phone and in person.
- Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
- Organized department in accordance with administrative guidelines in order to provide specified nursing services to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits of documentation, policies, and procedures.
- Increased staff retention through effective communication, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
- Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
- Maintained strong commitment to patient care through dedicated case management and treatment delivery.
- Interviewed, hired, instructed and mentored employees and promoted high level of care quality to patients.
- Supervised staff of Number registered nurses, Number licensed practical nurses and Number certified nursing assistants.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by enforcing infection control measures and risk management strategies consistently across the unit.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication of pertinent patient information during handoffs.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
- Managed 6 nurses and 15 nursing assistants in a 60-bed children's hospital by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining outstanding patient satisfaction and care standards.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Delegated tasks and provided leadership for 6 nurses and 20 support personnel.
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
10.2012 - 07.2014
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Education
Master Of Science - Nursing Practice
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NCBachelor - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Winston-Salem, NC05.2012
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA05.1999
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Family education
- Taking vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Lab result interpretation
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Medical assessment
- Staff supervision
- Patient counseling
- Treatment Planning
- Data collection
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Health screening
- Medical recordkeeping
- Case management
- Geriatric nursing
- Family advocacy
- Call triaging
- Home health care
- Evaluations
- Setting up referrals
- Home care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Central Regional Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse
UNC Health Care
10.2016 - 01.2019
Contractor Registered Nurse
USAF
01.2016 - 09.2016
Nursing Supervisor
Hollyhill Hospital
07.2014 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse
Cherry Hospital
10.2012 - 07.2014
Master Of Science - Nursing Practice
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Bachelor - Nursing
Winston-Salem State University
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Community College of Allegheny County
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