Lila Morgan
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dynamic RN with extensive critical care experience at Saint Thomas West Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and advanced cardiac life support. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Bilingual in English and Spanish, I am committed to delivering exceptional patient education and fostering a safe healthcare environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Critical Care
Saint Thomas West Hospital
Nashville, TN
02.2022 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
- Evaluated laboratory results for accuracy prior to administering prescribed medications or treatments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions in order to provide appropriate interventions quickly and efficiently.
- Identified potential problems related to medication administration or other therapies being used by patients.
- Instructed patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and self-care techniques.
- Performed advanced life support skills including intubation, chest tube insertion, lumbar puncture, and central line placement.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations related to critical care nursing practices.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient status and care throughout shift.
RN, Emergency Department
Jennie Stuart Health
Hopkinsville, KY
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed triage to prioritize care for emergency room patients.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient's condition.
- Provided initial assessment of patients and identified changes in their condition.
- Carried out physician orders accurately while following established nursing standards of care.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergent or crisis situations.
- Instructed and educated patients about their conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
- Managed medical equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, IV pumps.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
RN Floor Nurse
Ahava Healthcare
Clarksville, TN
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Promoted continuity of care by accurately communicating patient information during shift change report times.
- Communicated effectively with all levels of personnel within the healthcare setting regarding patient care issues.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing timely responses to requests from other departments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure best possible outcomes for the patient's recovery.
- Maintained a safe environment for staff members and patients through infection control practices or safety protocols.
- Performed wound care, catheter insertion and removal, intravenous therapy, medication administration, and other treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Provided patient care plans in accordance with physician orders and established nursing protocols.
- Supervised CNAs and other staff delivering care in setting by coaching and supporting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Illinois City, IL03-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY05-2019
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
Hopkinsville
KY 05-2017
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Electronic medical records
- Patient education
- Collaboration
- Time management
- Infection control
- Effective communication
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Bi-lingual in English and Spanish/French
- Nursing staff leadership
Timeline
RN, Critical Care
Saint Thomas West Hospital
02.2022 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Jennie Stuart Health
09.2021 - 02.2022
RN Floor Nurse
Ahava Healthcare
07.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Nursing
Madisonville Community College
Associate of Applied Science - LPN
Hopkinsville
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