MORGAN TAYLOR
Haughton
Summary
Empathetic and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal skills and strong foundation in patient care. Possessing knowledge of psychiatric nursing principles and techniques, including patient assessment and crisis intervention. Committed to providing high-quality care to improve patient outcomes and support mental health recovery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Intensive Specialty Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- 12 hour shifts- alternating 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next week
- Specialized in working with substance abuse & geriatric psychiatric patients.
- Interacted with physicians as they made their rounds, notifying them of changes to the patient condition, lab results, medication orders and adjustments and concerns of patients and/or their families
- Provided quality nursing care with resident care policies and procedures
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for inpatient care
- Accurately maintained patient charts and updated the electronic charting system on a daily basis
- Coordinated care in collaboration with a wide array of healthcare professionals
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritizing treatment and maintaining patient flow
- Performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for process and treatment improvements
- Created assessments, diagnoses and plan-of-care plans for high volumes of patients
- Collected and reviewed patient symptoms to assist physicians with diagnoses
- Utilized the nursing process in compliance with hospital policies and procedures and legal/regulatory standards
- Educated patients and their families about diagnosis and patient safety matters
- Administered medications and performed all tasks with a patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for process and treatment improvements
- Ensured correct documentation was on file including physician orders, signed consents, history, physicals and labs
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Developed strong working relationships with mental health community partners, facilitating seamless transitions of care for patients upon discharge from the facility.
- Contributed to improved team morale by demonstrating a positive attitude, supporting colleagues during challenging situations, and celebrating shared successes.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by actively listening to concerns, addressing needs, and providing empathetic support during crisis situations.
Registered Nurse
Brentwood Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2024
- 12 hour shifts- alternating 36 hours one week, 48 hours the next week
- Specialized in working with veterans, active-duty military, first responders, & nurses
- Build a rapport with each patient & provide them with a safe & comforting environment
- Communicated with all patients, while maintaining a professional, calming demeanor
- Educate patients on their medication indications, potential side effects, & specific administration instructions if needed
- Prepared & conducted multiple group therapy sessions daily regarding diagnoses education & medication adherence/compliance
- Obtained vital signs, height, weight, and demographic data
- Administering medications & documenting expected or adverse reactions
- In the event of an adverse reaction, address the need for additional medical attention
- Assisted with urinary catheter removal, finger stick blood sugars, routine urine and stool specimen collection, ostomy care, emptying drainage receptacles/tubes, and bladder scans
- Collaborated closely with doctors to clearly communicate patient care plans and updates with patients and families
- Instilled a culture of open communication with the most vulnerable patient populations to dispel fear and anxiety
- Maintained an empathetic approach to patient care, and readily educated patients regarding their trauma and care
- Communicated and collaborated with families, doctors, and specialists to ensure top-of-the-line care for patients
- Assisted healthcare providers in patient care tasks and medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety
Education
Associate of Nursing -
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier, Louisiana05.2022
General Studies
Bossier Parish Community College
Bossier City, LA12-2018
Skills
- Documentation
- EMR Systems
- Organized
- Compassionate
- Medication Administration
- Administering Injections
- Hard-worker
- Patient education
- Individualized Patient Care
- Empathetic
- Multi-task
- Creating Care Plans
- Worked with dynamic groups of psychiatric patients
- Team Player
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN) - LA, 218651
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR Certification
- AED Certification
Awards
- Employee of the Month, 02/01/23
- "Documentation Wiz", 2023
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Intensive Specialty Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Brentwood Hospital
07.2022 - 09.2024
Associate of Nursing -
Bossier Parish Community College
General Studies
Bossier Parish Community College
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