Nina A. Morales
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
I am a fresh and enthusiastic RN who is a teachable, quick learner, and I am always seeking opportunities to improve practice. I have a proven skill in patient centered care, and I am seeking employment as a
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Care RN Care Manager
NMVHA
10.2022 - Current
- Coordinating care for veterans (ER and hospital discharges with follow up, coordinating rehab or hospice care, community care and specialty consults.),
- Conducting nurse visits to educate patients and family members of disease prevention and to stabilize chronic conditions, frequently checking blood pressures and coordinating medication adjustments with providers.
- Assessing patients using the CASE mix assessment tool and coordinating veteran home health, and respite consults.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care daily.
- Tracked PACT panel data monthly to ensure quality of care is improving monthly and introducing new implementations to increase quality measures.
- Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Launched project improvement to increase Depo-Provera access across the state in rural communities.
- Delegated patient care responsibilities to nursing assistants and support staff daily. Resolved clinic short staffing issues and ensured proper coverage of clinic.
- Attended national conference to improve women's health nursing skills such as: obtaining thorough history, assisting with pelvic exams and pap smears, assist veterans with trauma related situations, provide contraceptive counseling.
Nurse Resident
NMVHA
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Obtained well rounded training in all areas of the hospital including: PACU/ASU, OR, rotations with PT/OT, rounding with medicine teams, Behavioral health STARR facility, Interprofessional Pain Rehabilitation Program, 3A Med surg, and Ambulatory Care Services
- Spent 6 months working on 3A med/surg working independently and learning the basics of prioritization, critical thinking, implementing evidence based interventions to improve veteran health, and performing thorough assessments.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Assessed team members' workloads and pitched in to help in areas where need was most evident.
- Completed didactic classes contributing to my practice including: Critical care courses, IV insertion via ultrasound, EBP courses taught by Johns Hopkins and VISN 5 virtual conference , Caring for vets with PTSD, Homelessness, and Substance abuse, Caring for the LGBTQ+ community and providing Trauma Sensitive care to Women Vets, Caring for the Dying patient, Clinical Teams Training, Whole health and Motivational Interviewing training, as well as training when there is an Agitated patient or Disruptive Behavior.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Management Minor
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NMDoctorate of Nursing Practice - Leadership and administration
University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM2027
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- IV Administration
- Administer Medication
- Safety Protocols
- Removing Sutures
Certification
LEAN Yellow Belt Project Improvement Certified
Shining Star 2023 Nominee- Nominated by Women's Clinic Director Janice Kando MD
Volunteer on Nurses Week 2023 Committee
Timeline
Primary Care RN Care Manager
NMVHA
10.2022 - Current
Nurse Resident
NMVHA
10.2021 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, Management Minor
University of New Mexico
Doctorate of Nursing Practice - Leadership and administration
University of New Mexico
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