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Kimberly Morris

Greenville ,SC

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven track record in enhancing patient care quality through effective communication and critical thinking, successfully implementing evidence-based practices that significantly reduced patient falls. Dedicated to fostering a supportive environment for patients and families.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
Spartanburg, SC
08.2007 - Current
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Registered Nurse

Aveanna Heathcare
Piedmont, SC
08.2007 - Current

Work has a private duty nurse caring for a ventilator dependent 18 year old

  • Assessed patient conditions regularly, promptly reporting changes in status to healthcare providers for timely intervention.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, prevention strategies, and self-care techniques.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and other pertinent information for thorough recordkeeping.
  • Improved patient quality of life by delivering compassionate and empathetic support during home visits.
  • Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
  • Provided emotional support for patients coping with serious illnesses, helping them to maintain a positive outlook on their recovery journey.

Registered Nurse

Prisma Health Richland
Greenville, SC
05.1995 - 10.2006
  • 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.

Education

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Lander University
Greenwood, SC
05.1995

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Patient assessment
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient care
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Patient monitoring
  • IV setup
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Patient management
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Licensed RN
  • Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
  • Critical care
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Chart updating
  • Diabetes management
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Chronic disease management
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Seizure management
  • Feeding assistance
  • Home health care
  • Home care

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center
08.2007 - Current

Registered Nurse

Aveanna Heathcare
08.2007 - Current

Registered Nurse

Prisma Health Richland
05.1995 - 10.2006

Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing

Lander University