Morgan Bass
Springfield,TN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse, intent on providing patient-focused care and applying technical skills to identify, assess, and act on the health needs of patients in a professional medical practice. Utilize my extensive knowledge and experience to deliver care and improve the lives of my patients.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
Nashville, TN
11.2023 - Current
- Delivered specialized nursing care in a pediatric hematology/oncology unit, focusing on tailored interventions for complex patient needs.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to pediatric patients with hematologic disorders, solid tumors, leukemia, and other pathological disorders in an acute inpatient setting.
- Administered chemotherapy, biotherapy, blood products, and supportive medications in accordance with APHON standards.
- Oversaw care for highly immunocompromised stem cell transplant patients by implementing protective precautions, administering supportive therapies, and educating patients and families throughout the transplant process.
- Coordinated care for immunocompromised patients through implementation of neutropenic precautions, infection prevention strategies, and early recognition of clinical deterioration.
- Assessed, accessed, and managed central venous access devices including port-a-catheters, PICC lines, and Hickman catheters.
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, TN
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Served patients in ortho/ortho trauma unit
- Delivered patient-centered care on a 35-bed unit with 1:6 patient ratios by administering medications, completing assessments, performing wound care, mobilizing post-op surgical patients, and providing discharge education.
- Provided a full range of care to patients with various care teams including orthopaedic, trauma, urology, medicine, gynecology, oncology, surgical, and gastroenterology.
- Developed comprehensive care plans during patient hospitalization in collaboration with multidisciplinary team members including providers, therapists, care partners, case managers, and pharmacy.
- Evaluated patient progress and provided education and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Oversaw team of 12+ registered nurses and care partners, made shift assignments based on patient population needs, delegated staff duties, and ensured equipment safety compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Care coordination
- Phlebotomy expertise
- EHR and Epic proficiency
- Charge nurse leadership
- Preceptor training
- Critical thinking skills
- Effective communication
- Central line care
- Inpatient care
- Patient education
- Infection control
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse | Tennessee Board of Nursing, Licence Number: 250819
- APHON Certified
- PEARS Certified
- BLS and CPR Certified
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
02.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Psychology
Valdosta State University