Lisa R. Morris
San Rafael
Summary
Professional and dedicated palliative care nurse with extensive experience on hospital-based interdisciplinary palliative care service. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Highly adaptable with deep understanding of pain management, emotional support, and individualized care planning. Known for reliability and ability to navigate changing needs effectively.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse - Inpatient Palliative Care Team
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
San Rafael, CA
06.2016 - Current
- Provide expert consultation in symptom management, exploration of goals and values, and medical decisionmaking.
- Initiate and facilitate patient and family meetings to discuss medical decisions for seriously ill patients.
- Collaborate and communicate with multiple medical specialists to ensure accurate and clear discussion of treatment options and plan of care.
- Mentor nursing staff through professional development opportunities, enhancing their skill sets and competencies.
- Evaluate and update clinical guidelines to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.
- Maintain professional development by attending relevant conferences, workshops, and seminars, staying informed on emerging trends and best practices within the nursing field.
- Serve as a clinical expert resource for fellow nurses, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on ongoing learning and growth.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and improve patient satisfaction.
- Establish effective communication channels between nurses, physicians, and other team members, promoting seamless coordination of patient care efforts.
- Provide specialized consultation services for complex cases, effectively addressing unique patient needs.
- Improve patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based care practices and clinical guidelines.
Inpatient Palliative Care Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Kaiser Permanente
South San Francisco, CA
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Initiated and facilitated family conferences and advanced care planning meetings for patients living with serious illness and their families.
- Collaborated with members of outpatient palliative care team and medical specialists to ensure clarity in plan of care and treatment options.
- Provided clinical leadership and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering professional development.
Intensive Care Unit, Staff Nurse II
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
Berkeley, CA
09.2008 - 03.2016
- Evaluated and provided care for critically ill patients and those at end of life.
- Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to manage patient care and hospital resources.
- Delivered patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical settings, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to assess patient conditions effectively.
Palliative Care and Pain Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist Student
Laguna Honda
San Francisco, CA
03.2015 - 06.2015
- Drafted policy and procedure for hospital regarding palliative sedation.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to provide palliative care to patients as an advanced practice nursing student.
Palliative Care Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist Student
Kaiser Permanente
South San Francisco, CA
01.2015 - 03.2015
- Worked with Palliative Care team CNS to lead life care planning discussions and family meetings.
- Provided information and resources to patients, staff, and family regarding end of life care and complex medical decisonmaking
Education
Master's of Science - Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Critical Care/Trauma Specialty, Palliative Care Minor, Cardiovascular Focus
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA06-2015
Master's Entry Program in Nursing - Nursing (MEPN)
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA06-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Anthropology
Earlham College
Richmond, IN05-1997
Skills
- Patient assessments
- Medical histories
- Symptom management
- Critical thinking
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Advanced clinical skills
- Acute and chronic health issues
- Evidence-based practice
- Facilitation of family meetings
- Effective Communication
Affiliations
Member of Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association since 2020
Member American Society for Pain Management Nursing since 2025
Certification
- Registered Nurse, California, License #732452, expires 2026-07-31
- Clinical Nurse Specialist, License #4420, expires 2026-07-31
- AHA BLS valid thru September 2026
- End-of-Life Nursing Education Consortium – Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (ELNEC-APRN) Train the Trainer Training – Completed August 2014
- American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association Annual Assembly – March, 2016, March, 2025, and March 2026.
Timeline
Staff Nurse - Inpatient Palliative Care Team
Kaiser Foundation Hospital
06.2016 - Current
Inpatient Palliative Care Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist
Kaiser Permanente
01.2016 - 06.2016
Palliative Care and Pain Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist Student
Laguna Honda
03.2015 - 06.2015
Palliative Care Service, Clinical Nurse Specialist Student
Kaiser Permanente
01.2015 - 03.2015
Intensive Care Unit, Staff Nurse II
Alta Bates Summit Medical Center
09.2008 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Anthropology
Earlham College
Master's of Science - Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Critical Care/Trauma Specialty, Palliative Care Minor, Cardiovascular Focus
University of California, San Francisco
Master's Entry Program in Nursing - Nursing (MEPN)
University of California, San Francisco