Morgan Petri
Lovington,IL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with 11 years of experience, offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Telephone triaging.
- Assisted the Ophthalmologist with in-office procedures.
- Educated patients regarding ophthalmic surgeries and procedures.
- Authorized medication refills per protocol.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse
Decatur Orthopedic Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed all of the patients that are under the care of the physician I worked with.
- Scheduled patients for surgery, which included ordering/reviewing pre-operative tests and obtaining surgical clearances.
- Scheduled patients for diagnostic testing.
- Obtained prior authorization on all surgeries or diagnostic tests.
- Rooming patients and obtaining medical history and vitals.
- Applying and removing casts and splints.
- Triage referrals and patient phone calls
- Educated patients and families on medical conditions and the treatment being provided.
- Administered wound care as ordered, including simple dressings and wound vacs.
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Ensured paperwork such as consents, are all properly documented.
- Implemented pre-operative orders.
- Ensured patients and their families were comfortable, felt confident, and were informed about upcoming surgical procedures.
- Performed pre-operative testing as ordered, such as lab draws and EKGs.
- Communicated pertinent information to physicians and co-workers.
- Complied with all pre-op policies and procedures
- Performed a head-to-toe assessment on patients before surgery.
- Started peripheral IV lines and administer IV medications as ordered.
- Answered patient questions and ensured they are kept comfortable prior to surgery.
- Thoroughly charted patient admissions in the electronic medical record.
Wound Care Liaison/ Nurse Manager
Mattoon Rehabilitation And Health Care Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Performed weekly assessments on every wound in the facility. I tracked the progress/decline of each wound and responded accordingly to give the patient the best outcome.
- Collaborated with physicians to decide the most appropriate wound care treatment for each patient.
- Updated family/physicians on wound progress.
- Submitted a weekly wound report to our corporate office.
- Assisted floor staff with various tasks, including basic patient care, performing ADLS, assessing patients and administering medications.
- Performed various audits through out the building on all different tasks of nursing care.
Registered Nurse
Mason Point
02.2019 - 04.2019
- As a floor nurse, I passed medications, performed wound care, performed blood draws, provided PICC line care, administered IV medications, and changed foley catheters.
- Communicated closely with physicians and families.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Healogics
12.2016 - 02.2019
- Performed multiple types of wound care.
- Measured wounds at every visit.
- Scribed for the physicians.
- Educated patients and their families on how to perform dressing changes.
- Assisted physicians with procedures.
- Communicated closely with physicians, patients, and their families.
- Certified to perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Registered Nurse
Decatur Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2016
- As a home health care nurse, I performed wound care, administered IV medications, drew blood, performed PICC line care, and changed Foley catheters.
- Educated patients and their families on new medical diagnoses.
- Taught patients and their families how to perform dressing changes and administer IV medications.
- Communicated closely with physicians and patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Registered Nurse
Decatur Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2015
- As a floor nurse, I cared for patients in every aspect.
- Proficient in starting IVs, administering IV medication, changing foley catheters, performing PICC line care, drawing blood via PICC line, and performing wound care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Lakeland Community College
Mattoon, IL05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Illinois University
12-2026
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Active Learning
- Patient Service
- Home health
- Instructing
- Assisting physicians
- Teaching
- Time Management
- Wound care
- Staff leadership
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Intravenous therapy
- Casting and splinting
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carle Foundation Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Decatur Orthopedic Center
07.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse, Pre-Op
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital
09.2019 - 06.2021
Wound Care Liaison/ Nurse Manager
Mattoon Rehabilitation And Health Care Center
04.2019 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse
Mason Point
02.2019 - 04.2019
Registered Nurse
Healogics
12.2016 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse
Decatur Memorial Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse
Decatur Memorial Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2015
Associate Degree in Nursing -
Lakeland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Eastern Illinois University
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