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Kari Morris, RN BSN

Yukon,OK

Summary

Detail-oriented RN-BSN with 25 years of nursing experience, plus 12 years of office management experience in hearing healthcare. I purpose everyday to serve my employer and patients with an "Everything Matters" attitude. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with other healthcare providers to maintain a top-notch healthcare experience.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Manager/Small Business Co-Owner

Hear Gear Hearing Aid Centers
Yukon, OK
05.2012 - 11.2024
  • Managed office operations for four hearing healthcare centers located throughout western Oklahoma, ensuring smooth daily activities and uncompromised patient care.
  • Facilitated strong support for clinicians
  • Coordinated patient appointments and maintained accurate records in scheduling software.
  • Oversaw inventory management, including ordering and tracking hearing aid supplies.
  • Developed office procedures to improve workflows and streamline patient interactions.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations and company policies within the office environment.
  • Handled customer inquiries, providing information about products and services available.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Managed, scheduled and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
  • Assisted in recruiting, onboarding and training new employees.
  • Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
  • Managed payables and receivables.

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Saint Francis Health Systems
Tulsa, OK
08.2008 - 08.2012
  • Coordinated patient care plans with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans as needed.
  • Provided skilled nursing assessments, interventions, and treatments to homebound patients.
  • Conducted patient education regarding disease process and self-care techniques.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient status and coordinate services provided by other disciplines.
  • Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information related to clients' health records.
  • Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality of care.
  • Maintained timely documentation of all patient visits in the electronic medical record system.
  • Coordinated delivery of durable medical equipment with vendors as needed per patient plan of care.
  • Assessed safety risks in the home environment such as fall hazards or improper use of medical equipment.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

Staff Nurse, General Medical Floor (Hospital)

Saint Francis Healthcare System
Tulsa, OK
07.1987 - 08.2012
  • Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
  • Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
  • Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
  • Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK
05-1987

Skills

  • Patient care management in both hospital settings and in home care
  • HIPPA compliance
  • Patient education
  • Customer service
  • Scheduling and documentation
  • Bookkeeping
  • Communication skills
  • Human Relations

Affiliations

  • Outdoor activities including camping and hiking
  • Highest priority is investing in the lives of my husband, 4 adult children, and 3 grandchildren.
  • Serving at my local church

Certification

  • Registered Nurse 1987

Seeking:

  • Part Time, On Call, Per Diem, or Flexible hours
  • Direct patient care, in office or Remote position
  • A position which will allow me to thrive in the profession I love and with a company which supports my giftings, passions, and contributions as well as I support theirs. I am dependable, loyal, and show up ready to work when I am expected. I highly respect employers, coworkers and patients/families of all ages and personalities. I am looking forward to learning new things and finding new adventures in the work force.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Office Manager/Small Business Co-Owner

Hear Gear Hearing Aid Centers
05.2012 - 11.2024

Home Health Registered Nurse Case Manager

Saint Francis Health Systems
08.2008 - 08.2012

Staff Nurse, General Medical Floor (Hospital)

Saint Francis Healthcare System
07.1987 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Tulsa