STEPHANIE MORRIS
Casselberry,FL
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional demonstrating exemplary skills in direct resident/patient care and healthcare team support. Communicative and collaborative with bilingual ability in Alzheimer and Dementia. Offering 16 years of superior healthcare industry experience. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach. Efficient worker dedicated to knowledge about quality of life improving treatments with excellent attention to detail. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassionate bedside manner and astute observational ability.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNAA
Lee Health/Health Park Hospital
Fort Myers , FL
08.2023 - Current
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted in the coordination of patient care between providers, specialists, hospitals, and pharmacies.
- Managed confidential personnel files and medical records.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Patient Education and Care Coordinator
RHC Ft. Myers
Fort Myers , FL
11.2022 - Current
- Processed patient intake information and updated medical records prior to treatment.
- Scheduled evaluations and procedures for patients.
- Demonstrated flexibility during changes to patient care practice.
- Counseled patients on potential financial liabilities and payment requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Pediatric Floor Nurse
Island Coast Pediatrics
Cape Coral , FL
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Measured average of 25 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure each day.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Organized patient and physician activities for 12-practitioner office with warmth, professionalism and confidentiality and drove clear and complete communication among team.
- Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced
Lee Health Systems
Ft. Myers , FL
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Delivered nursing assistance to residents in 35-bed Surgical Progressive Care Unit care hospital specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention.
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures by setting up and operating specialized medical equipment.
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments, recording and monitoring vital signs and collecting specimens and interpreting lab results.
- Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shell Point Retirement Community
Ft.Myers , FLORIDA
09.2010 - 03.2020
- Assisted residents with shaving, bathing, oral hygiene, dressing, feeding and ambulation to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
- Performed ROM and passive ROM treatments on 15 residents daily
- Attended to residents in 60 bed unit, continuously checking on needs and maintaining high standards of resident care
- Played games, including sensory and interactive, with residents daily to boost mood, improve memory and provide light entertainment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide high-quality resident care
- Documented resident intake and dietary requirements
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying
- Excels in approach and relationship with elderly residents with Alzheimer/Dementia and other memory impairments.
Education
Organizational Leadership/Preceptor
Lee Health Systems
Health Park Hospital04.2021
Board of Nursing Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gogebic Community College
Ironwood, MI07.2007
Preventing Adult Abuse and Neglect -
Gogebic Community College
Building Strong Families Program -
Michigan State University
Skills
- PCL Trained
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Quick problem solver
- EPIC Super user
- Colostomy/Ports/Drains/Lines care familiarity
- Diagnostic tools experience
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Telemetry Experiance/Training
- Clerical abilities
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Ventilator care
- Geriatric treatment knowledge
- Staff Development and Precepting
- PPE use
- Critical thinking
- First Aid/BLS/Pediatric CPR
- 12 Lead EKG Proficient
- Team Teaching/Preceptor Qualified
- Independent Decision-Making
- Peripheral Neuropathy Diagnostic Testing
- Containment and handling of stem cells
Accomplishments
- Unit Based Council Member for HPMC
- 2006 Time Magazine’s Person of the Year/Contributing user
Timeline
CNAA
Lee Health/Health Park Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Patient Education and Care Coordinator
RHC Ft. Myers
11.2022 - Current
Pediatric Floor Nurse
Island Coast Pediatrics
02.2022 - 08.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant Advanced
Lee Health Systems
04.2020 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Shell Point Retirement Community
09.2010 - 03.2020
Organizational Leadership/Preceptor
Lee Health Systems
Board of Nursing Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Gogebic Community College
Preventing Adult Abuse and Neglect -
Gogebic Community College
Building Strong Families Program -
Michigan State University
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