MORGAN SKALA
Orland Park,IL
Summary
Rush University GEM, MSN, RN eager to continue to advance my career and education within a challenging position and patient population at an institution I am passionate about. Eager to continue to develop my knowledge and skills for a nursing career in critical care. Strong leadership, clinical judgment, multi-tasking, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to learn quickly, self-start, work hard, and adapt to exceed expectations. Pride myself on the ability to cultivate strong and personal relationships with my patients and their families, as well as facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and treatment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse II
Rush University Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
- Serving general medicine, bariatric, and surgical patients, as well as, overflow from other surgical services including ENT, Neurology, Oncology, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Vascular, and Thoracic surgeries (32 bed unit)
- Direct patient care using patient centered care principles and professional nursing practice standards as foundation to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care provided
- Participation on department and unit based committees as a part of a shared governance and the nursing process improvement, including, Department and Unit Advisory Committees and Fall Committee
- Received nominations for Professional Practice Model Relationships and Caring Award and Daisy Awards.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Student Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Rush University Medical Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
Clinical Rotation Experience
Rush University
01.2019 - 12.2020
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
06.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Clinical/Translational Research Coordinator
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- 06.2018
Senior Regulatory Manager and Cancer Clinical Trials Educator
University of Chicago Cancer Clinical Trials Office
02.2014 - 08.2017
Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Colorado Cancer Center
05.2011 - 12.2013
Education
Master's of Science in Nursing -
Rush University
Chicago, IL12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2009
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Collecting Vitals
- Tracheostomy Care
- Patient Discharge
- Relationship Building
- Care Planning
- Chart Updating
- Precepting
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Education and Counseling
Certification
NCLEX-RN, State of Illinois, License #041504676
BLS (CPR and AED), American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse II
Rush University Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Student Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Rush University Medical Center
12.2019 - 02.2021
Clinical Rotation Experience
Rush University
01.2019 - 12.2020
Senior Clinical Research Coordinator
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
06.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Regulatory Manager and Cancer Clinical Trials Educator
University of Chicago Cancer Clinical Trials Office
02.2014 - 08.2017
Clinical Research Coordinator
University of Colorado Cancer Center
05.2011 - 12.2013
Senior Clinical/Translational Research Coordinator
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- 06.2018
Master's of Science in Nursing -
Rush University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado State University
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