MARCIA MORRIS

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A highly experienced and skilled professional offering expertise as Nurse Manager and Health Functional Assessor. Possesses 22 years of experience in post-operative care, Recovery, and ICU. Holds a BA (Hons.) Healthcare Management degree and a CMI Diploma in Leadership and Management. Adept in managing patient care, performing clinical skills, liaising with the medical team, and documentation. Has a proven track record of working well under pressure, meeting deadlines, and providing excellent patient care. A flexible and versatile individual, willing to undergo further training for professional development. CORE COMPETENCIES

Extensive experience as a Recovery Nurse in various hospitals, performing clinical skills such as monitoring vital signs, managing pain and nausea, administering medications, and performing airway management.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate the recovery room, mentor student nurses and junior staff, and prepare weekly department rotas. Possess a CMI Diploma in Leadership and Management and a BA (Hons) Healthcare Management degree.

Skilled in planning, assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient care in post-operative settings. Experience in working with patients in recovery, HDU, and ITU units and assisting in Interventional Radiology Suite.

Proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, including doctors and multidisciplinary teams.

Experienced in documenting nursing duties performed and changes in patient condition, as well as preparing and maintaining patient records.

Proven ability to work well under pressure and handle high-pressure situations. Experience in various hospital settings, including COVID- 19 units, and demonstrated versatility in approach to work.

Strong commitment to providing quality patient care, maintaining standards in accordance with policies, and keeping up-to-date with evidence-based practice.

SKILLS

● Nursing management

● Patient care management

● Clinical supervision

● Team leadership

● Analytical thinking

● Budget management

● Quality improvement

● Staff development and training

● Communication & interpersonal skills

● Flexibility

● Attention to detail

● Data analysis and interpretation

● Health and disability assessment

● Clinical assessment

● Report writing

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Agency Nurse in Recovery (PACU) Aug 2015 - Present

(working in the following hospitals: Royal Sussex County Hospital (currently), Basildon and Thurrock Hospital, Kings College University Hospital, Wrexham Park hospital, Chelsea and West Minister Hospital, Hammersmith Hospital, St Marys Paddington Hospital, Royal Cornwall Hospital), Woodend Orthopaedic hospital – Aberdeen, Lewisham University Hospital, Homerton Hospital – assisting in ITU with COVID-19 patients (2020 - 2021)

Providing high-quality post-operative patient care and assessment, including monitoring vital signs and administering medications.

Collaborating with medical teams and other healthcare professionals to provide seamless patient care.

Assisting in preparing and managing pain control measures, such as PCA machines and epidural infusions.

Ensuring proper documentation of patient care and monitoring progress.

Assessing and managing patient needs, including hygiene, catheterization, and airway management.

Making informed decisions on patient readiness for transfer to the ward.

Conducting effective handovers of patient care to the nursing staff at shift end and during transfers.

Managing overnight patients in the PACU and ensuring their comfort and safety until transfer to the ward. Agency Recovery/Sedation Nurse May 2017 - Present

Chelsea and Westminister Interventional Radiology Suite

Ensuring patient safety and comfort during interventional radiology procedures by monitoring vital signs and administering sedation medications.

Collaborating with interventional radiologists and other medical team members to ensure seamless patient care.

Maintaining accurate patient records and documentation, including documenting medication administration and vital sign monitoring.

Preparing and setting up equipment, including trollies and other necessary items, for interventional radiology procedures.

Administering medications such as Midazolam, Fentanyl, antibiotics, and pain relief as directed by the medical team.

Continuously monitor patients sedated or under general anesthesia, responding to any changes in their condition and reporting any concerns to the medical team.

Acting as a liaison between the interventional radiology suite, nursing staff, and the multidisciplinary medical team to coordinate patient care.

Maintaining a clean and organized interventional radiology suite to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Bank Recovery Nurse Sep 2015 - Jan 2019

MYA Fitzroy Cosmetic Hospital

Providing comprehensive post-operative patient care, including monitoring the airway, administering medications, and managing vital signs.

Documenting all aspects of patient care, including condition changes and treatment response.

Assisting with applying surgical garments, such as compression garments and waist/breast binders.

Collaborating with the medical team, including doctors and other healthcare professionals, to ensure patient outcomes.

Conducting thorough assessments of patient needs and developing individualized care plans.

Administering pain management and anti-nausea medications as needed.

Maintaining a clean and organized recovery area, including stocking supplies and preparing equipment for use.

Safely transferring patient care to ward nurses upon discharge from the recovery area. Recovery Lead Practitioner Jul 2010 - Mar 2015

Phoenix Weymouth Street Private Hospital

Coordinating day-to-day operations in the recovery room.

Developing and managing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage.

Providing support and guidance to recovery team members to maintain standards of care.

Conducting patient assessments, implementing care plans, and evaluating outcomes.

Administering medications and performing clinical skills such as airway management, pain management, and vital sign assessment.

Documenting all nursing care and monitoring patients' progress.

Collaborating with doctors and other members of the healthcare team.

Mentoring junior staff and student nurses, promoting professional development and growth within the department. Band 6 Snr Recovery Practitioner Nov 2005 - Jun 2010 Whipps Cross University Hospital

Assuming responsibility for coordinating the recovery room operations as needed.

Planning, assessing, implementing, and evaluating the care of post-operative patients.

Administering medications, monitoring airway and vital signs, and managing pain and nausea.

Performing clinical skills, including extubating airway adjuncts, patient hygiene, urethral catheterization, preparation of PCA machine, and epidural infusion.

Documenting all areas of nursing care and maintaining accurate records.

Collaborating with the medical team, other nurses, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Mentoring and guiding student nurses, ONP’s, and junior staff members to help them develop their skills.

Preparing and checking HDU ventilators, ordering supplies, and managing stock as required. Agency Nurse in Accident and Emergency Apr 2002 - 2019

(Worked in the following hospitals: Whipps Cross University Hospital, Newham General Hospital, Kings College Hospital, Princess Alexander Hospital, St Marys Isle of White Hospital Wrexham General Hospital - Wales)

Providing comprehensive and prompt patient assessment in Accident and Emergency (A&E) department

Implementing and evaluating care plans for patients with various medical conditions including mental health, limb problems, orthopedic, medical, surgical and gynaecology.

Documenting patient's medical history, condition, and care provided.

Administering prescribed medications, treatments, and tests to patients in emergency situations.

Collaborating with physicians and senior nursing staff to ensure proper patient care and management.

Performing venepuncture and cannulation as necessary.

Ensuring timely referral of patients to the appropriate specialty or ward.

Participating in handover procedures at the end of shifts and on patient transfers to different wards. EDUCATION

BA (Hons.) Healthcare Management Sep 2018 - August 2021 Degree Arden University

CMI (Chartered Management Institute) Diploma in Leadership and Management) 2018 - 2021 Arden University

Recovery Nursing 2012 - 2013

Kings College London University - Continued Professional Development Teaching and Assessment in the Clinical Setting (mentorship course) London South Bank University 2009 -2009 Continued Professional Development

Diploma/Higher Education, Adult Nursing 1999 - 2002 London South Bank University

Certificate in Computer Science 1998 - 1999

City of London University

Certificate in Secretarial Science 1981 - 1986

Montego Bay Community College

Diploma Mount 1986 - 1988

Alvernia High School

GENERAL NURSING SKILLS

Use of electronic nursing monitoring equipment.

Use of patients’ hoist and ECG machine.

Cannulation and Venepuncture

Invasive monitoring using CVP and arterial lines

Drug calculation and administration

Coordinating Ward and Department

Detail documentation of all nursing care

Interpersonal and effective communication skills

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