Miranda Morris
Oldtown,MD
Summary
Offering expertise in quality direct patient care, team leadership, unit oversight, and workflow optimization. Patient-focused and quality-driven Registered Nurse with expertise in overseeing evidence-based patient care, conducting intake and triage, and preparing detailed charts that inform treatment plans. Passionate about learning all aspects of case management, scheduling, budgeting, educational planning, records management, and workforce development. Skilled in advocating for patients, building a positive rapport, and supervising discharge planning for low readmission rates. Able to work efficiently and successfully navigate a fast-paced hospital or clinical environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resource Intensive Care Nurse
UPMC Western Maryland
Cumberland, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Monitored intravenous drips, assisted with intubation and ventilator management.
- Provided end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential problems before they occurred.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient condition and response to treatments.
- Participated actively in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases.
- Actively sought out continuing education opportunities related to emergency care management.
- Identified potential safety risks within the hospital environment and reported them immediately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Responded quickly to code blue situations in order to initiate life-saving interventions promptly.
- Provided emotional support to critically ill patients facing difficult decisions regarding their care.
- Performed rapid response assessments, utilizing the SBAR tool to identify changes in patient condition.
Oncology Nurse Navigator
WVU Medicine
Keyser, WV
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Monitored compliance with evidence-based guidelines for cancer screening and diagnostic testing.
- Provided guidance during transition periods between various levels of care.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures related to oncology nurse navigator role.
- Provided emotional support and education to patients diagnosed with cancer and their families.
- Served as a liaison between the hospital administration and providers when needed.
- Advised the medical team regarding optimal utilization of available resources such as medications, therapies.
- Attended conferences, workshops, seminars related to oncology nursing navigation services.
- Coordinated communication between the multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient's care.
- Reviewed current literature related to best practices in oncology nursing navigation services.
- Identified barriers preventing timely access to quality cancer care.
- Developed educational materials to educate patients about oncology treatments and side effects.
- Organized patient care plans for oncology services, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, pain management and palliative care.
- Conducted follow-up visits with patients post treatment or discharge from hospital stay to ensure continuity of care.
- Counseled patients regarding lifestyle modifications that can improve outcomes associated with cancer diagnosis.
PACU Registered Nurse
AYA Healthcare Travel Agency
San Diego, CA
02.2021 - 07.2023
- Ensures continuity of care through utilizing the interdisciplinary team system sharing pertinent information with all team members involved in the patient's care including the patient family, physicians, nurses, and other members of the team
- Acutely monitoring the patient post operatively and safely reacting the patient post sedation and anesthesia
- Preparing the patient and patient family for discharge home and thoroughly reviewing what to expect after discharge and what the next steps to take in the process of recovery after surgery.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted pre-op assessment of patients prior to surgery or procedure.
- Administered medications as ordered by physicians via various routes.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Managed emergency situations such as airway obstruction, cardiac arrest and shock.
- Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients from operating room to PACU and ICU units.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Initiated IV access when needed for blood draws or administration of fluids and medications.
- Performed wound care, dressing changes and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored intravenous infusion pumps, ensuring proper dosage of medication.
Senior Professional Float Staff Nurse (PACU/ICU/PreOp/PostOp/GI/IR/MS/Tele)
UPMC Western Maryland
Cumberland, MD
01.2014 - 01.2022
- Optimize quality patient care in preoperative departments by spearheading IV insertions (medication mixing, transfusions), starting central lines, accessing subcutaneous ports, and drawing blood for diagnostic testing
- Prioritize patient satisfaction by advocating for their needs and keeping them updated on individualized care plans
- Follow care through from initial intake and assessment to discharge planning utilizing evidence-based practices
- Utilize strong clinical judgement while working cohesively with physicians on patient care
- Strengthen teams by mentoring new nursing staff; streamline communication across teams for consistency
- Advance patient satisfaction by building a positive rapport and meeting their needs in a holistic manner
- Promptly coordinate care following triage; uphold consistent medication schedules for patient base
- Exhibit expertise in caring for a wide range of chronic, critical, and acute conditions
- Took on responsibilities of Charge Nurse
- Held a position as a Geriatric/Certified Nursing Assistant (3 years).
Education
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL01.2019
Associate of Science, Nursing -
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD01.2014
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Operations
- Mentoring / Training
- Triage / Intake
- Phlebotomy / Central Lines / IVs
- Team Scheduling / Shift Mgmt
- Program Development
- Federal / State Compliance
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Perioperative Departments
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit
- Acute / Chronic / Critical Care
- Palliative Care
- Care Coordination
- Emotional Support
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Nursing Consultation
Areasoffocus
- Direct Patient Care
- Clinical Operations
- Mentoring / Training
- Triage / Intake
- Phlebotomy / Central Lines / IVs
- Team Scheduling / Shift Mgmt.
- Program Development
- Federal / State Compliance
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Perioperative Departments
- Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit
- Acute / Chronic / Critical Care
Certification
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- ONS/ONCC Certification
Timeline
Resource Intensive Care Nurse
UPMC Western Maryland
01.2024 - Current
Oncology Nurse Navigator
WVU Medicine
07.2023 - 01.2024
PACU Registered Nurse
AYA Healthcare Travel Agency
02.2021 - 07.2023
Senior Professional Float Staff Nurse (PACU/ICU/PreOp/PostOp/GI/IR/MS/Tele)
UPMC Western Maryland
01.2014 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science, Nursing -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science, Nursing -
Allegany College of Maryland
- ACLS
- PALS
- BLS
- ONS/ONCC Certification
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