Kerrie Morehead, R.N.
Ankeny,IA
Summary
Proven R.N. with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and safety at Dallas County Hospital by streamlining triage and improving Emergency Department efficiency. Skilled in IV insertion and adept at managing multiple priorities, demonstrating exceptional communication and empathy. Achieved significant reductions in wait times and medication errors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
R.N. Emergency Department
Dallas County Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
- Reduced wait times and improved patient satisfaction by effectively managing resources and coordinating with ancillary departments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction, and overall Emergency Department efficiency.
R.N . Trauma
University Of Iowa
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
R.N. Charge Nurse Pulmonary Unit
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
07.2012 - 10.2022
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
DMACC
Boone, IA05.1999
License of Practical Nursing - Nursing
DMACC
Boone, IA05.1993
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Triage Assessment
- Airway Management
- IV Insertion
- Advanced Life Support
- EKG Interpretation
- Cardiac monitoring
- Emergency Care
Certification
Basic Life Support 03/2024-32026
ACLS 04/2023-04/2025
TNCC 10/2023-10/2025
PALS 11/2023-11/2025
Timeline
R.N. Emergency Department
Dallas County Hospital
09.2023 - Current
R.N . Trauma
University Of Iowa
10.2022 - 09.2023
R.N. Charge Nurse Pulmonary Unit
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
07.2012 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
DMACC
License of Practical Nursing - Nursing
DMACC
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