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Michelle L. Morgan

Cedar Rapids

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

RN Pediatric TriageRN Pediatric Case Manager/Home Health Adult Visit NurseSchool Nurse/Public Health Nurse

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Cedar Rapids, US
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$65000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k match4-day work week

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate RN with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Pediatric Triage

UnityPoint Clinics Pediatrics
Hiawatha, Iowa
09.2024 - Current
  • Administered comprehensive patient assessments to evaluate health needs and develop care plans
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure coordinated care
  • Educated families on health management strategies, fostering understanding of pediatric conditions
  • 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.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Administered immunizations and medications according to established protocols.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and documented changes in electronic health records.
  • Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure quality control and compliance with safety standards.
  • Maintained laboratory equipment, performing regular calibration and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.

RN Pediatric Case Manager/Home Health Adult Visit Nurse

UnityPoint at Home
Waterloo, Iowa
10.2019 - 09.2024
  • Provide one-on-one care to patients with total autonomy over my role
  • Provide assistance to the patient by facilitating every aspect of their home care experience from admission to the plan of care to discharge
  • Use clinical nursing knowledge, full head-to-toe assessments, teaching and procedural skills in the comfort of the patient’s home
  • Develop and oversee the home health plan of care, under the direction of the physician
  • Ensure appropriate interdisciplinary involvement to secure the best outcome for each patient
  • Deliver patient care that is consistent with clinical best practices and results in high quality, improved outcomes and extraordinary patient experience

School Nurse/Public Health Nurse

Black Hawk County Public Health Department
Waterloo, Iowa
07.2013 - 09.2019
  • Provide health assessments by obtaining health and development history
  • Screen and evaluate findings for deficits in vision, growth, hearing, etc.
  • Develop and implement individualized health plans
  • Effectively communicates necessary information regarding students to the appropriate school personnel
  • Initiate referrals to parents, school personnel and community health resources for intervention, remediation, and follow through
  • Maintain, evaluate, and interpret cumulative health data to accommodate individual needs of students
  • Participate as the health specialist on the child education evaluation team to develop the health individualized educational plan
  • Develop procedures and provide for crises intervention for acute illness, injury and emotional disturbances
  • Provide continual education and information on current health conditions to the students and staff
  • Assists in the formation of health policies, goals and objectives for the school unit
  • Promote and assist in the control of communicable diseases through preventive immunization programs, early detection, surveillance and reporting of contagious diseases
  • Responsible for maintaining and updating cumulative health records
  • Instruct and supervise school health assistants
  • Implement the school medication policies and procedures
  • Encourage parents to maintain current immunization protection as recommended by the Department of Public Health
  • Participate in the health aspects of kindergarten pre-registration

Education

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Medical Office Management

Kaplan University
Cedar Falls, Iowa
01-2012

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing

Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, Iowa
09-1996

Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined

Ellsworth Community College
Iowa Falls, Iowa
05-1994

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient assessments
  • Documentation and charting
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Physical assessments

Certification

RN license, BLS, Adult & Child Abuse Certificate

Accomplishments

  • Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
  • Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.

Timeline

RN Pediatric Triage

UnityPoint Clinics Pediatrics
09.2024 - Current

RN Pediatric Case Manager/Home Health Adult Visit Nurse

UnityPoint at Home
10.2019 - 09.2024

School Nurse/Public Health Nurse

Black Hawk County Public Health Department
07.2013 - 09.2019

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Nursing

Ellsworth Community College

Practical Nursing Diploma - undefined

Ellsworth Community College

Associate of Applied Science Degree - Medical Office Management

Kaplan University

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