Theresa Morsa, BSN, RN
Blue Bell
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, care navigation experience, and refined interpersonal skills. Dedicated to the overall patient care experience in the clinical setting optimizing patient outcomes while prioritizing safety. Offering expertise in the oncology setting with a focus on operational growth and development.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Infusion Nurse
Abington Neurological Associates
07.2023 - Current
- Administer intravenous infusions to Alzheimer's Disease patient population per physician order.
- Maintain accurate electronic medical records to ensure proper tracking of treatments administered, responses observed, and treatment plan adjustments made.
- Interview caregivers to garner information about side effects, mobility and cognition, documenting information in eCW.
- Collaborate with physicians and leadership in the development of the Leqembi (lecanemab) infusion program.
- Promote continuity of care by working closely with physicians to modify treatment plans based on changes in patient condition or response to therapy.
- Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Assist in the coordination of imaging, emergent evaluations, treatment consent, and data collection.
- Ensure safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
Population Health Nurse
Virtua Health, Women’s Primary Care & Wellness Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Provided episodic care management for acute and chronic patient populations.
- Collaborated with Care Management, Social Work, Home Care, Pharmacy and Hospitalists in care gap resolution.
- Coordinated and performed Medicare Annual Wellness Visits.
- Coached patients/caregivers in care plan development.
- Provided clinical support for practice staff.
- Performed daily telephone triage.
Ambulatory Clinic Nurse
Penn Medicine
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Facilitated coordination of multidisciplinary services and procedures utilizing Epic EMR with infusion teams, insurance companies, interventional radiology, department of surgery, home care facilities and specialty pharmacies.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations when managing personal health information.
- Performed daily telephone triage and advised interventions based on clinical severity.
- Managed completion of patient disability/employer correspondence.
- Confirmed critical lab values/symptomatology and coordinated necessary clinical interventions.
- Organized prescription correspondence and provided prior authorization and required drug surveys.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Breast Care Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2017
- Streamlined patient navigation through complex healthcare systems by coordinating appointments, tests, and treatments for optimal efficiency.
- Managed appointment and order entry, imaging coordination and data documentation utilizing Epic EMR.
- Organized patient referrals to weekly Breast Tumor Board Conferences and provided care coordination per multidisciplinary treatment plan.
- Collaborated with Breast Center administration in the development of clinical and departmental standard operating procedures.
- Provided insight for the Intake Coordinator workflow development and delegated duties as appropriate.
- Fostered development and implementation of the Survivorship Multidisciplinary Clinic and High Risk Clinic.
- Facilitated partnerships with non-profit organizations and managed patient registration for events.
- Mentored new staff members within the oncology department to promote knowledge sharing and skill development among colleagues.
Nurse Coordinator
Myrna-Brind Center Of Integrative Medicine
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Served as nurse coordinator in the newly developed Executive Brain Health Program and collaborated with team members to provide comprehensive cognitive assessments.
- Established new satellite office operations and inventory management.
- Obtained aseptic compounding certification and administered intravenous micronutrient treatments.
- Supported optimal vascular access device function by assessing patency regularly and troubleshooting issues promptly when identified.
- Prepared blood specimens for testing and shipment.
- Assisted physicians with office procedures as needed.
Senior Cancer Care Nurse Coordinator
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
01.2008 - 12.2015
- Navigated patient care coordination with Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Department of Otolaryngology, Radiology/IR, Home Care, Social Work, Palliative Care, Pain Management, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Speech Therapy, Prosthodontics, and rehabilitation facilities.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, facilitating accurate reporting and efficient information sharing within the team.
- Collaborated with administrative colleagues in the development of multidisciplinary clinic improvement strategies and policy implementations.
- Conducted weekly thoracic/aerodigestive tumor board case presentations.
- Participated in monthly nurse manager meetings addressing clinic protocols and implemented operational improvements within multidisciplinary clinics.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication regarding their care needs.
Gynecologic Oncology Research Nurse
Rosenfeld Cancer Center, Jefferson Health
05.2006 - 12.2007
- Initiated Gynecologic Oncology Group (GOG) protocol and non-protocol chemotherapy treatment education for patient/family and provided follow-up.
- Implemented treatment requirements as outlined in various protocols.
- Ensured patient safety and adherence to ethical standards by carefully monitoring study procedures and reporting any deviations.
- Enhanced clinical trial efficiency through meticulous data collection and analysis, ensuring accurate results.
- Managed treatment-related adverse events and modified regimen per protocol.
- Assisted physicians with office procedures as needed.
- Collected protocol specimens and supervised shipment to tissue bank.
- Assessed post-operative port and surgical incisions and provided wound care.
- Administered IM hormone therapy.
- Assessed and performed necessary interventions for chemotherapy sensitivity and organized patient transfer to inpatient services.
- Supervised delivery of specialty injections process and provided self-injection teaching.
Medical Oncology, Infusion Nurse
Aria-Jefferson Health Torresdale
07.2004 - 04.2006
- Established intravenous access via peripheral catheters/implanted ports and provided site care.
- Improved patient outcomes by effectively administering chemotherapy treatments and monitoring for reactions to therapy.
- Reconstituted and administered chemotherapeutic agents per protocol.
- Educated patients and their families on chemotherapy medications, side effects, and self-care strategies for better understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
- Administered intramuscular/intravenous iron therapies and phlebotomies.
- Managed daily clinic workflow by prioritizing tasks and working collaboratively with team members, resulting in a well-organized and efficient patient care environment.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Aria-Jefferson Health Torresdale
08.2003 - 07.2004
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Maintained communication among specialties regarding patient status and modified treatment plans.
- Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
04.2003 - 08.2003
- Established and maintained sterile technique while implementing peri-operative set up and procedures.
- Provided support to surgical team in patient positioning/safety.
- Provided technical support for physicians.
- Managed documentation of peri-operative data.
- Delegated appropriate tasks to operating room support staff.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Friends Hospital
12.2001 - 04.2003
- Performed clinical and suicide assessments.
- Administered oral/IM medications.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Assisted attending physicians with physical and psychiatric evaluations.
- Monitored vital signs/accu checks/EKGs and performed nursing interventions per protocol.
- Provided wound care.
- Directed necessary interventions for psychiatric and medical emergencies.
- Supervised overall unit functioning as charge nurse.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
Holy Family University
Philadelphia, PASkills
- Maintaining Patient Safety Standards
- Patient Care Coordination
- Intravenous Therapy
- Caregiver Education
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Assessments
- EMR Systems
Timeline
Clinical Infusion Nurse
Abington Neurological Associates
07.2023 - Current
Population Health Nurse
Virtua Health, Women’s Primary Care & Wellness Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Ambulatory Clinic Nurse
Penn Medicine
10.2018 - 08.2019
Oncology Nurse Navigator
Breast Care Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
07.2016 - 10.2017
Nurse Coordinator
Myrna-Brind Center Of Integrative Medicine
01.2016 - 07.2016
Senior Cancer Care Nurse Coordinator
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
01.2008 - 12.2015
Gynecologic Oncology Research Nurse
Rosenfeld Cancer Center, Jefferson Health
05.2006 - 12.2007
Medical Oncology, Infusion Nurse
Aria-Jefferson Health Torresdale
07.2004 - 04.2006
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Aria-Jefferson Health Torresdale
08.2003 - 07.2004
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
04.2003 - 08.2003
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
Friends Hospital
12.2001 - 04.2003
Bachelor of Science Degree - Nursing
Holy Family University
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