Katy Morrow
Floresville
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with extensive experience in long term/ home health care, vascular access, procedures, emergency care, and critical care. Successfully implemented best practices for minimizing infection risks and improving patient outcomes. Demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Adept in critical thinking and passionate about implementing evidence based practices and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sedation and Vascular Access Nurse
University Hospital
San Antonio
02.2024 - Current
- Led sedation procedures for diverse patient groups, ensuring safe administration and contributing to noticeable improvements in procedural efficiency.
- Maintained precise vascular access documentation, supporting accurate patient records and enhancing overall quality of care.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams during interventions, promoting seamless workflow and improved patient outcomes.
- Assessed patient responses to sedation, quickly identifying risks and implementing tailored solutions for optimal safety.
- Provided compassionate patient education on sedation and vascular access, reducing anxiety and fostering trust throughout procedures.
- Evaluated emerging sedation protocols, recommending best practices that led to marked gains in procedural consistency and reduced complications.
- Established vascular access protocols to enhance patient safety and comfort.
- Trained nursing staff on best practices for vascular access techniques.
- Led quality assurance initiatives to maintain compliance with hospital standards and guidelines.
Pediatric Radiology Nurse
Methodist Children’s Hospital
San Antonio
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered compassionate patient care before, during, and after imaging procedures, ensuring comfort and reducing procedural anxiety with and/or without conscious sedation or general anesthesia.
- Assessed patient medical histories and collaborated with radiologists to tailor imaging protocols, promoting accurate diagnoses and patient safety.
- Monitored patient vitals and responded swiftly to complications, contributing to improved patient outcomes and procedural success.
- Maintained meticulous documentation of imaging procedures and medication administration, supporting regulatory compliance and quality standards.
- Streamlined patient preparation protocols to minimize wait times, enabling smoother workflow and more timely imaging services.
- Took part in vascular access team to start and/or maintain difficult IV access with and without ultrasound guidance.
- Implemented patient education initiatives, empowering families to understand imaging processes and improving overall patient cooperation and satisfaction.
- Provided emotional support to pediatric patients and families, fostering a reassuring environment and enhancing the overall healthcare experience.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure patient comfort during imaging procedures.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Gonzaba Medical Group
San Antonio
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Coordinated patient care plans for homebound individuals, achieving substantial improvements in recovery and patient independence.
- Monitored vital signs and administered medications with precision, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatments and bolstering patient safety.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and home care techniques, empowering them to achieve healthier daily routines.
- Assessed evolving patient needs and collaborated with physicians to adjust care strategies, resulting in noticeable gains in patient outcomes.
- Partnered with multidisciplinary teams to streamline transitions from hospital to home, enhancing care continuity and satisfaction.
- Evaluated patient progress to identify trends, supporting timely intervention adjustments and driving meaningful improvements in care quality.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and preferences.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices in home health care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during the care process.
Wound Care/ADON/Infection Control Registered Nurse
Floresville Residence and Rehab
Floresville, TX
07.2018 - 01.2022
- Monitored patient vitals and administered medications, ensuring timely interventions and contributing to substantial improvements in patient well-being.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and patient records, supporting compliance with healthcare regulations and continuity of care.
- Provided compassionate bedside care and emotional support, fostering trust and promoting a positive patient experience.
- Assessed changes in patient conditions and coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver tailored care plans, resulting in noticeable progress for patients.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and families to align on treatment goals, facilitating seamless transitions and improved patient outcomes.
- Ensured infection control protocols were rigorously followed, reducing risk and maintaining a safe environment for vulnerable patients.
- Coordinated daily clinical staffing and patient flow with organized approach.
- Kept up with certification and accreditation requirements through efficient paperwork management.
- Oversaw daily operations of nursing department, maintaining high standards of care and operational excellence.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development while maintaining high standards of patient care.
- Completed assessments to coordinate with MDS and QAPI.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio
San Antonio12-2021
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Victoria College
Victoria05-2018
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Advocacy
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Health Education
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Patient Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Clinical judgment
- Venipuncture with and without image guidance
- Acute care
Accomplishments
Pediatric Nurse of the Year 2024, Best of SA
3x Daisy Award Recipient
Certification
PALS
ACLS
BLS
US guided vascular access
IV certified
Timeline
Sedation and Vascular Access Nurse
University Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Pediatric Radiology Nurse
Methodist Children’s Hospital
01.2023 - 02.2024
Home Health Registered Nurse
Gonzaba Medical Group
04.2022 - 12.2022
Wound Care/ADON/Infection Control Registered Nurse
Floresville Residence and Rehab
07.2018 - 01.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing-San Antonio
Vocational Nursing Certificate - Vocational Nursing
Victoria College