Esther Diane Morin
Rancho Santa Margarita
Summary
Qualified Registered Nurse with strong background in Medical-Surgical nursing. Adept at providing compassionate patient care and managing complex cases in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in wound care and post-operative recovery, leveraging critical thinking and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
West Anaheim Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Student Nurse
Golden West College
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained accurate records of patient health information utilizing Electronic Medical Record system.
- Administered prescribed medications in accordance with approved policies and procedures while ensuring accuracy in dosage calculations.
- Provided direct patient care, such as taking vital signs, measuring intake and output, collecting specimens.
- Identified significant changes or high-risk situations in patients' progress of treatment.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs, prioritize tasks and intervene appropriately when necessary.
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
- Performed physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses.
- Observed patients' physical conditions and reported any changes or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Evaluated assigned patients' responses to treatments or interventions.
- Performed basic nursing skills including wound dressing changes and catheter insertion and removal.
- Identified potential safety risks among patients requiring additional monitoring or intervention.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Fostered positive relationships with all members of the healthcare team through respectful interactions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and patient care protocols.
- Assisted with documentation of patient progress and changes in condition.
- Followed infection control procedures to prevent or stop spread of infections.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
- Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms requiring medical attention.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data that incorporated therapeutic interventions.
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Independent Contractor
06.2004 - 04.2020
- Massaged and kneaded muscles and soft tissues of body to provide treatment for medical conditions, injuries or wellness maintenance.
- Utilized professional draping techniques while performing massages according to state regulations.
- Treated clients in professional settings and traveled to clients' offices and homes.
- Assessed needs of each customer to select appropriate massage treatment.
- Provided clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to provide effective therapeutic treatments.
- Evaluated clients to locate painful or tense areas of body.
- Provided guidance on lifestyle modifications that can improve overall wellness.
- Tailored each session according to the individual needs of each client.
- Applied finger and hand pressure to specific points of body.
- Assessed clients' soft tissue condition, joint quality and function, muscle strength and range of motion.
- Evaluated client's medical histories prior to providing therapeutic massages.
- Provided massage therapy services to clients, utilizing a variety of techniques including Swedish, deep tissue, and sports massage.
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
11.2011 - 01.2016
- Ensured client confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Developed customized treatment plans for individual clients based on their specific needs and preferences.
- Established relationships with local chiropractors, physicians and physical therapists for referrals.
- Employed strong communication skills to explain the effects of various massage techniques before beginning each session.
- Provided clients with guidance and information about techniques for postural improvement and stretching, strengthening, relaxation, and rehabilitative exercises.
- Evaluated clients to locate painful or tense areas of body.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology to provide therapeutic massages.
- Evaluated client's medical histories prior to providing therapeutic massages.
- Advised clients on proper posture, srthing techniques and other self-care strategies.
Personal Fitness Trainer
At Your Side Private Exercise
06.1999 - 08.2010
- Coached clients on proper form for exercises and stretches.
- Ensured safety by monitoring the intensity levels of all participants throughout the session.
- Monitored client progress and provided feedback on exercise performance.
- Helped with racking weights and assisted in maintaining neat, organized and clean club.
- Evaluated individuals' abilities, needs, and physical conditions and developed suitable training programs to meet any special requirements.
- Incorporated stretching techniques into sessions to improve range of motion.
- Assisted clients with setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
- Educated clients on nutrition principles and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Evaluated client health history questionnaires to determine appropriate individual exercise program.
- Collaborated with other health professionals such as physical therapists and massage therapists to ensure best outcomes for clients.
- Assisted clients in improving posture, balance, coordination, flexibility, core strength and muscular endurance.
- Demonstrated proper form for each exercise while providing encouragement and motivation.
- Created a variety of innovative aerobic and strength-training exercises to maximize results.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
Education
ASN - Nursing
Golden West College School of Nursing
Huntington Beach, CA05.2023
Associate - Liberal Arts and Science
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA12.2020
Nursing Assistant Training Program - undefined
Coast Health Career College
Anaheim, CA03.2020
Certification - Massage Therapy
Healing Hands
12.2013
Certification - Massage Therapy
SOCHI
06.2004
Skills
- Administering intramuscular injections
- Pain management assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Comprehensive vital sign evaluation
- Nursing Plan Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Fluid Monitoring
- Infection Control Standards
- Routine Examinations
- IV Insertion
- Interpreting Laboratory Results
- Compassionate and Caring
- Intravenous therapy
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Compassionate care
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound care
- Patient condition monitoring
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clear patient communication
Accomplishments
- Recently initiated a Code Blue, and with the support of my medical team, successfully achieved return of spontaneous circulation.
- Served as a preceptor for newly hired nurses, providing clinical guidance, mentorship, and support during their onboarding and orientation period.
- Received a Daisy Award nomination within the first six months of employment in recognition of compassionate and exceptional patient care.
Certification
- California Board of Registered Nursing
- BLS
- ACLS
LANGUAGES
French
Fluent
Native language
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
West Anaheim Medical Center
10.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Golden West College
08.2021 - 05.2023
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Massage Envy
11.2011 - 01.2016
Certified Licensed Massage Therapist
Independent Contractor
06.2004 - 04.2020
Personal Fitness Trainer
At Your Side Private Exercise
06.1999 - 08.2010
Associate - Liberal Arts and Science
Golden West College
Nursing Assistant Training Program - undefined
Coast Health Career College
Certification - Massage Therapy
Healing Hands
Certification - Massage Therapy
SOCHI
ASN - Nursing
Golden West College School of Nursing
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