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Tracy Durkee-Morris

Beaverdam,VA

Summary

Seasoned healthcare expert with a decade of experience across various medical settings. Proficient in patient triage, care planning, and executing essential procedures like wound care. Transition to Registered Nursing enhances a solid background as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Recognized for strong communication abilities and adaptability to changing circumstances.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Case Manager

James River Home Health
11.2024 - 06.2025

Coordinated home-based patient healthcare, delivering personalized and effective service management. Facilitated collaboration among healthcare teams for optimal patient care continuity. Admitted patients to appropriate services, aligning with specific health requirements. Orchestrated patient discharge processes, guaranteeing smooth transitions and support.

RN Case Manager

At Home Care Hospice
06.2024 - 10.2024
  • Ensured quality outcomes for 15 patients by coordinating care throughout hospital stays.
  • Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to evaluate mental health needs.
  • Enhanced case communication by participating in multidisciplinary meetings.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess situations and prioritize care tasks efficiently.

RN/LPN

Western State Hospital
12.2017 - 09.2023
  • Recent completion of Register Nurse. Provided necessary health education training for patients of all ages
  • Recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure
  • Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
  • Worked as part of a team to ensure proper care of mechanics and safety of patient
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
  • Tested glucose and administered immunizations, EKGs, collected lab samples
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Supervised PCA and made assignments
  • Yearly elevation on Patient Care Assistants
  • Care plans and updated as needed
  • LPN Charge Nurse

LPN Charge Nurse

Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 12.2017
  • Provided treatment and services to patients by utilizing direction from the Registered Nurse, the Doctor
  • Provide wound care and education to patient and family
  • Act as patient advocate; advise patients on available service and appropriate medical follow-up
  • Administer specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intramuscular injections, and noted time and amount on patient's chart
  • Assemble and use such equipment as catheters, and oxygen supplies
  • Collect samples, such as urine, blood and sputum from patients for testing and perform routine laboratory tests on samples
  • Prepare and examine foods trays for prescribed diet and feed patients
  • Recorded food and fluid intake and output
  • Take and record patients' vital signs
  • Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medications or treatment to medical personnel in charge
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Charlottesville Family Medicine
09.2015 - 09.2017
  • Provided necessary health education training for patients of all ages
  • Provided wound care
  • Recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure
  • Provided quality nursing care in accordance with resident care policies and procedures
  • Worked as part of a team to ensure proper care of mechanics and safety of patient
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
  • Tested glucose and administered immunizations, EKGs, blood draws, IV, collected lab samples, spirometer
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Set referral appointment as needed and follow up with patients
  • Provide support when needed to front office staff
  • Licensed Practical Nurse

Education

Working Towards Receiving Bachelors in Nursing

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN

Associate Degree - Nursing

ECPI University
Henrico, VA
07.2023

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Centura College
Henrico, VA
01.2009

Skills

  • Healthcare record management skills
  • Blood draw proficiency
  • Spirometry and EKG expertise
  • Home health nursing capabilities
  • Patient support services knowledge
  • Data collection proficiency
  • Customer service skills
  • CNA certification status
  • LVN patient care expertise
  • Pediatric healthcare knowledge base
  • Staff nurse functions and responsibilities
  • Medication administration expertise
  • Laboratory skill set development
  • Injection administration methods in healthcare
  • Aseptic techniques for safety in healthcare
  • Adult education strategies
  • Hospice care knowledge
  • Triage assessments with vital signs monitoring
  • Medical office skill set
  • Time management strategies
  • EMR system navigation abilities
  • Nursing competencies across diverse settings
  • Acute care hospital experience
  • Guidance for supervisory roles
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Vital signs
  • Adult education
  • Customer service
  • Medication administration
  • Patient care

Timeline

RN Case Manager

James River Home Health
11.2024 - 06.2025

RN Case Manager

At Home Care Hospice
06.2024 - 10.2024

RN/LPN

Western State Hospital
12.2017 - 09.2023

LPN Charge Nurse

Augusta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
09.2017 - 12.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse

Charlottesville Family Medicine
09.2015 - 09.2017

Associate Degree - Nursing

ECPI University

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Centura College

Working Towards Receiving Bachelors in Nursing

Walden University