Morgan Fuchs
Lake Saint Louis,MO
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse skilled in providing exceptional care to patients within high-volume settings. Demonstrates professional development and clinical skills utilizing the nursing process to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership environment. Successful in providing accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with the interdisciplinary team to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
Lake Saint Louis , MO
2024.01 - Current
- Provide patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Develope individualized nursing care plans based on assessment data and identified patient needs.
- Maintain a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
School Nurse
St. Louis Children's Hospital
Saint Louis , MO
2023.08 - 2024.01
- Provided health services to students, including first aid and administering medication.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
- Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
Saint Louis , MO
2023.01 - 2023.08
- Provided postpartum care to mothers and babies, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating patients on breastfeeding techniques.
- Developed patient-centered plans of care based on assessment findings and individualized needs of the mother-baby dyad.
- Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions for high risk maternal and fetal conditions.
- Ensured safe transition from hospital to home by providing comprehensive discharge teaching and follow up instructions for mother-baby dyads.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, medications, progress notes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Med/Surg Nurse Extern
MountainView Hospital & Medical Center
Las Vegas , NV
2022.02 - 2022.10
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output levels and reported concerns to the care team
- Monitored patient status to report signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dynamic Dental
Las Vegas , NV
2018.09 - 2020.02
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment
- Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment and setting up x-ray machines.
Information Systems Technician
United States Navy
Various
2011.08 - 2017.08
- Followed up with clients to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution
- Installed, configured and patched user hardware and software
- Trained users on how to properly operate equipment and software programs
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships to deliver exceptional customer service and problem resolution
- Handled initial troubleshooting and escalation of service requests
- Provided basic end-user troubleshooting and desktop support
- Created support documentation that enabled user community to extend skills, leverage system features, and find resolutions to questions without intervention from support team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
12.2022
Skills
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Newborn Education
- Patient Assessments
- SBAR Communication
- Professional Bedside Manner
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital
2024.01 - Current
School Nurse
St. Louis Children's Hospital
2023.08 - 2024.01
Mother/Baby Registered Nurse
SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital
2023.01 - 2023.08
Med/Surg Nurse Extern
MountainView Hospital & Medical Center
2022.02 - 2022.10
Registered Dental Assistant
Dynamic Dental
2018.09 - 2020.02
Information Systems Technician
United States Navy
2011.08 - 2017.08
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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