Morgan Monaghan
Summary
Collected and calm Wound Care Registered Nurse with situational awareness and process-oriented concept of effective wound care. Collaborative holistic health solutions supporter with 3 years of experience working in integral role on skilled team of medical specialists. Creative provider of specialized wound care to wide variety of surface and tissue-level injuries with differing levels of severity.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wound Care Coordinator
Mary and Elizabeth Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Working as Wound Care Nurse for a 120 bed Hospital
- Directing the Wound Care department in Quality and Evidence based practice
- Interdisciplinary communication across departments within the hospital on prevention and risk assessments for wound care
- Managing systems and implementing products used within the hospital while collaborating for quality care for the system
- Education to staff on policies and procedures for wound care and wound care products
- Conducted regular audits of wound care practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Streamlined documentation processes to improve efficiency and maintain accurate patient records.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive wound care plans.
- Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
- Reduced occurrence of hospital-acquired pressure injuries through proactive risk assessments and preventative measures.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
Burn ICU RN
University of Louisville Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Worked full time managing 2-5 patients. Worked, communicated and managed time appropriately with fellow nurses and health care providers to deliver quality care
- Worked as relief charge nurse within first 7 months
- Within the first year, collaborated on policy and procedural creation for the unit
- Helped Unit become national verified burn center.
- Supported novice nurses through preceptorship programs, sharing expertise in burn care nursing practices and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Streamlined workflow processes within the Burn ICU through active participation in continuous quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, ensuring clear communication of treatment plans and progress updates throughout the duration of care.
- Maintained regulatory compliance within the Burn ICU setting through adherence to state licensing guidelines and national accreditation standards for specialized units.
- Upheld ethical nursing standards by advocating for patient rights, maintaining confidentiality, and practicing within personal scope and professional boundaries.
Joint Center- Nursing Student Extern
Parkview Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Worked PRN managing 10-15 orthopedic patients and worked alongside and communicated effectively with nurses and health care providers to deliver quality care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado State University –Pueblo
Pueblo, CO08.2020
Skills
- Process driven
- Organized
- Leadership skills
- Patience and customer service oriented
- Pressure Ulcer Management
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- TNCC
- BLS
- ACLS
- ABLS
- TCAR
- WCC
- EMR- Epic, MEDITECH, Cerner
Timeline
Wound Care Coordinator
Mary and Elizabeth Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Burn ICU RN
University of Louisville Hospital
01.2021 - 06.2023
Joint Center- Nursing Student Extern
Parkview Medical Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colorado State University –Pueblo