Karen Morris
Charlotte
Summary
Experienced staff nurse proficient in medication administration and patient assessments. Known for developing tailored care plans and providing emotional support, dedicated to improving health outcomes for patients facing challenging diagnoses.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Shift Supervisor RN
Abundant Love Home Care
Charlotte
07.2013 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff and ensured adherence to care protocols.
- Facilitated orientation of new employees by providing clinical instruction and guidance.
- Addressed patient and family concerns in a timely manner and ensured appropriate follow-up was completed.
- Monitored employee performance on an ongoing basis to identify areas needing improvement or additional training.
- Created a positive environment that promotes teamwork among nurses through effective communication strategies.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Provided compassionate care to clients in home settings.
- Educated clients and families on health management strategies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
Staff Nurse Alzheimer/Dementia Care
Matthews Glen Retirement Community
Matthews
05.2021 - 2026
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered compassionate care to residents in daily living activities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Assisted with patient assessments and developed care plans collaboratively.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness practices, promoting informed decision-making.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and infection control procedures.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Offered emotional support to family members during difficult times and end-of-life situations, ensuring they felt understood and supported.
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
- Counseled patients on lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehensible terminology.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN
LaBoura College
Boston, MA06-1993
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Infection control
- Electronic medical records
- Health education
- Caregiver support group
Timeline
Staff Nurse Alzheimer/Dementia Care
Matthews Glen Retirement Community
05.2021 - 2026
Nurse Shift Supervisor RN
Abundant Love Home Care
07.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing RN
LaBoura College