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Morgan Giggy

Ann Arbor,MI

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with extensive experience providing evidence-based care in Level 4 NICU at CS Mott Children's Hospital, demonstrating exceptional patient care and advocacy. Skilled in communication and fostering compassion, significantly impacting length of stay and parental confidence with medically complex infants. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment, critical thinking and problem-solving.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Clinical Practicum

CS Mott Children's Hospital, Level 4 NICU, Ann Arbor, MI

  • Management of critically ill neonates with acute and chronic conditions including: BPD, gastroschisis, short-gut, fungal endocarditis, fungal encephalitis, very low birth weight/ extremely low birth weight, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, persistent pulmonary hypertension of the newborn and necrotizing enterocolitis
  • Refined clinical procedures, including umbilical line placement and intubation, in a fast-paced and critical setting


Nationwide Children's Hospital, Level 3 NICU, Toledo, OH

  • Attendance at deliveries of preterm infants, caesarian deliveries and infants potentially needing higher level of care and assisted in resuscitation efforts and immediate post-partum needs
  • Management if infants with acute conditions including: respiratory distress syndrome, meconium aspiration, jaundice, hypoglycemia, neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome, transient tachypnea of the newborn and Pierre Robin Sequence


Russell J. Ebeid Children's Hospital, Level 3 NICU, Toledo, OH

  • Management of critically ill neonates with conditions including: extreme prematurity, electrolyte imbalance, TPN dependence and Cystic Fibrosis and initial resuscitation and stabilization of infants needing intensive care
  • Development of clinical skills including customized total parenteral nutrition, intubation, umbilical line placement, arterial specimen draw, chest tube placement, lumbar puncture, PICC placement and lab and imaging result interpretation and management

Work History

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU

CS Mott Children's Hospital
06.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

Children's Hospital of Michigan
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Supported cost containment efforts by assisting with staffing needs during periods of high census or critical shortages in nursing personnel.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

Bernard and Millie Duker Children's Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2022
  • Supported cost containment efforts by assisting with staffing needs during periods of high census or critical shortages in nursing personnel.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Served as a liaison between permanent staff members and other travel nurses, fostering camaraderie and teamwork within the unit.

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

CS Mott Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Supported cost containment efforts by assisting with staffing needs during periods of high census or critical shortages in nursing personnel.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Registered Nurse- Travel

La Rabida Children's Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2021
  • Supported cost containment efforts by assisting with staffing needs during periods of high census or critical shortages in nursing personnel.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various clinical settings while maintaining consistent excellence in nursing practice as a travel nurse.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through comprehensive discharge planning and thorough patient education.

Registered Nurse, Level 3 NICU

Henry Ford Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2021
  • Administered prescribed medications to neonatal patients, closely monitoring for adverse reactions or potential complications.
  • Facilitated parent education sessions on infant care, fostering confidence and competence in new parents transitioning home with their newborns.
  • Conducted regular assessments of premature infants' growth and development, making necessary adjustments to their care plans accordingly.
  • Served as an advocate for patient needs by collaborating with physicians to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented promptly when necessary.

Registered Nurse, Level 2 NICU- Travel

Liberty Hospital
12.2018 - 04.2019
  • Supported cost containment efforts by assisting with staffing needs during periods of high census or critical shortages in nursing personnel.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate bedside manner and clear communication.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by maintaining accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans.

Registered Nurse, Level 2 NICU

Hutzel Women's Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2018
  • Reduced NICU readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments with families.
  • Educated family members about neonatal health conditions and treatment options, empowering them to make informed decisions about their infant's care.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized treatment plans in the NICU.

Registered Nurse

Harper University Hospital
02.2015 - 08.2016
  • Monitored patient vital signs using electrocardiograms and other advanced equipment to foster telemetry care.
  • Provided mentorship to new nursing staff members through ongoing guidance, support, and encouragement during their orientation period on the cardiac unit.
  • Demonstrated strong clinical judgment when making decisions related to patient care, resulting in timely interventions and improved outcomes for high-risk patients.

Education

Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
08-2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
05-2014

High School Diploma -

Burr Oak High School
Burr Oak
06-2009

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Family Education
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • EMR Systems
  • Complex Problem-Solving

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Licensed Registered Nurse, Board of Nursing: Michigan, Missouri, Illinois, New York, Texas, Florida, Ohio

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU

CS Mott Children's Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

Children's Hospital of Michigan
08.2022 - 05.2023

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

Bernard and Millie Duker Children's Hospital
03.2022 - 07.2022

Registered Nurse, Level 4 NICU- Travel

CS Mott Children's Hospital
10.2021 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse- Travel

La Rabida Children's Hospital
07.2021 - 10.2021

Registered Nurse, Level 3 NICU

Henry Ford Hospital
06.2019 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse, Level 2 NICU- Travel

Liberty Hospital
12.2018 - 04.2019

Registered Nurse, Level 2 NICU

Hutzel Women's Hospital
08.2016 - 12.2018

Registered Nurse

Harper University Hospital
02.2015 - 08.2016
  • Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • Licensed Registered Nurse, Board of Nursing: Michigan, Missouri, Illinois, New York, Texas, Florida, Ohio

Master of Science - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Wayne State University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Michigan

High School Diploma -

Burr Oak High School
Morgan Giggy