Morgan DeGraaf
Carlsbad,USA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with clinical experience offering comprehensive patient care in both inpatient and outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Nuclear Care Partners
09.2023 - Current
- Educated patients regarding medication use, disease management, and safety measures.
- Assess patient home care needs including physical, emotional, and spiritual.
- Assist patients and family members with concern and compassion.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Document assessments pertaining to disease processes in a timely manner.
New Grad Registered Nurse
New Mexico State University-Carlsbad
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Participated in bedside reporting and hand off at change of shift
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing assessment
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New Mexico State University
Carlsbad, NM05.2022
Skills
- Patient Examination and Monitoring
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medication Administration
- Taking, Monitoring, and Documenting Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Critical Thinking and Decision Making
- Diabetes Management
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Care and Teaching
- Development and Implementation of Plan of Care
- Communication among interdisciplinary team
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Nuclear Care Partners
09.2023 - Current
New Grad Registered Nurse
New Mexico State University-Carlsbad
08.2020 - 05.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
New Mexico State University
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