Morgan Koller
Evansville
Summary
Accomplished RN with a proven track record at Mercy Hospital, adept in emergency care and patient stabilization. Leveraged critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to enhance patient safety and satisfaction. Excelled in documentation accuracy and triage assessment, significantly improving Emergency Department efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional time management and compassionate patient support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center
10.2014 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation and communicated efficiently with physicians, ensuring timely diagnoses and treatment interventions.
- Assisted physicians with complex diagnostic procedures, including lumbar punctures, central line placements, chest tube insertion, among others.
- Streamlined triage processes for efficient patient assessment and prioritization of care needs.
- Participated in ongoing education programs to maintain knowledge of best practices for emergency nursing care.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing trauma or medical emergencies, ensuring a positive and compassionate environment.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, satisfaction, and overall Emergency Department efficiency.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing clinical skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in performing emergency procedures such as wound care, IV insertion, ECG interpretation, and life-saving interventions following ACLS guidelines.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while delivering exceptional nursing care in a busy 24/7 Emergency Department setting.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly assess patients'' conditions during high-stress situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
RN Med Surg
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center
01.2013 - 10.2014
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
RN Floor Nurse
Bethesda Lutheran Services
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Individualized care to developmentally disabled individuals based on patient need.
- Promoted a safe environment by consistently adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to assess, implement and evaluate nursing care plans.
- Ensured accuracy in patient records by meticulously documenting assessments, interventions, and outcomes, ultimately contributing to better-informed decision making by healthcare providers.
- Established compassionate environment by providing psychological, emotional and spiritual support to patients and families.
- Administered medication such as insulin and monitored patients' responses to detect problems.
Waitress, Beverage Cart Driver
Billy's Sandtrap
06.2010 - 05.2012
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Sales Associate
The Buckle
12.2009 - 05.2010
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Madison, WI12-2014
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
Madison, WI05-2012
High School Diploma -
Parkview Highschool
Orfordville, WI06-2010
Skills
- Documentation accuracy
- Triage assessment
- IV insertion
- Patient stabilization
- Emergency care
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical thinking
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Pediatric advanced life support
- Critical care nursing
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Certified Emergency Nurse
- Trauma Nurse Specialist
Timeline
RN, Emergency Department
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center
10.2014 - Current
RN Med Surg
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center
01.2013 - 10.2014
RN Floor Nurse
Bethesda Lutheran Services
05.2012 - 01.2013
Waitress, Beverage Cart Driver
Billy's Sandtrap
06.2010 - 05.2012
Sales Associate
The Buckle
12.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Herzing University
High School Diploma -
Parkview Highschool
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