Morranda Hogues, BSN, RN, CVRN-II BC
League City,TX
Summary
- Cardiac Cath RN offering proven skills in assessment, medication administration, and organization
- Detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in Cath Lab procedure knowledge
- Experienced nursing professional with demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills.
- Proficient in charting, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
- Highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges.
- Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.
- Effectively able to work unsupervised, with the ability to quickly master newly learned skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Health
Webster, TX
06.2020 - Current
- Exemplified my leadership skills as a Charge Nurse.
- Planning of cath schedules of patient cases, with coordination of times with physicians and staff.
- Streamlined staff's daily workflow.
- Implemented effective nursing practices for conducting pre and post-procedure assessments in the cardiac cath lab.
- Helped patients and families feel at ease during challenging and stressful diagnoses, while educating on optimal medication compliance.
- Confirm completion of essential components by carefully reviewing the medical records of patients prior to their scheduled procedures.
- Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
- Served as preceptor for newly employed nurses.
- Ensured proper documentation of all aspects of patient care according to established standards.
- Participated in continuing education classes related to Cardiac Cath Lab nursing practices.
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Health
Galveston, TX
12.2015 - 06.2020
- Implemented effective nursing practices for conducting pre and post-procedure assessments in the cardiac cath lab.
- Helped patients and families feel at ease during challenging and stressful diagnoses, while educating on optimal medication compliance.
- Confirm completion of essential components by carefully reviewing the medical records of patients prior to their scheduled procedures.
- Prepared supplies needed for each procedure and maintained an adequate inventory of supplies at all times.
- Instructed patients on post-procedure care instructions, ensuring that they understand the risks associated with their condition.
- Served as preceptor for newly employed nurses.
- Ensured proper documentation of all aspects of patient care according to established standards.
- Participated in continuing education classes related to Cardiac Cath Lab nursing practices.
Cath Lab Prep and Recovery Registered Nurse
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
Webster, TX
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted patient assessments pre and post procedures, tailoring specialized care to meet individual needs for optimal recovery
- Facilitated preparation of patients for various procedures including pacemakers, cardiovascular OR cases, and percutaneous coronary interventions.
- Achieved optimal performance using digital resources on Intranet and EMR systems.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored responses, and updated physicians with observations and concerns.
- Obtained orders for medications needed for elevated blood pressure and pain after patient assessments.
Registered Nurse, Cardiology Step Down Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
Webster, TX
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Trained novel RN team members to handle patient care duties, meet quality standards, and organize work hours effectively.
- Accurate documentation to maintain professionalism.
- Provided comprehensive patient and family education on medication compliance and wellness strategies.
- Evaluated patients with complete assessments to coordinate proper treatment with the interdisciplinary team.
- Coordinated discharge planning for patients and their families.
- Conducted admission assessments with patients and family to obtain medical history.
- Advocated on behalf of patients.
- Researched online discharge pamphlets and handouts to aid in discharge teaching to patients and their families.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX05.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX05.2013
Associate of Arts -
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX12.1996
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking and Proficient in Decision Making
- Clear Patient and Physician Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Accurate & Skilled Documentation
- Accurate Delegation
- Strong Research Skills for Evidence-Based Practice
- Skilled Online Searching for Innovative Interventions
- Excellent Organizational Skills as Charge Nurse
- Nurse Preceptor
- Care Coordination with Interdisciplinary Team
- Patient Satisfaction and Process Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
Affiliations
- Member, Sigma Theta Tau
- Member, American Nurses Association
Certification
- ACLS - 2024
- BLS - 2025
- CVRN-II BC - 2024
Timeline
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Health
06.2020 - Current
Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
UTMB Health
12.2015 - 06.2020
Cath Lab Prep and Recovery Registered Nurse
HCA Clear Lake Regional Medical Center
07.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse, Cardiology Step Down Unit
HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake
06.2013 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
College of The Mainland
Associate of Arts -
College of The Mainland