Sarah Morris
Boyertown
Summary
Dedicated and personable nurse committed to delivering exceptional client-centered care to a diverse patient population. Recognized for strong leadership and teamwork abilities, complemented by outstanding communication and time management skills that enhance individualized client advocacy and customer service. Actively pursuing continuous learning opportunities to expand knowledge while empowering fellow healthcare team members through education.
Honored with the 2023 Nursing Excellence Award for Relationship-Based Care: The Spirit of Caring, reflecting a deep commitment to fostering meaningful connections with patients and colleagues.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Division
Phoenixville Hospital
Phoenixville, PA
03.2022 - Current
- Administer medications and monitor patient vital signs to ensure optimal recovery outcomes. Identify acute changes in patient status and intervene accordingly.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Mentor junior nursing staff and student nurses, enhancing clinical skills and adherence to best practices.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
Phoenixville, PA
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Customer service and assistance, med education, drug verification, register transactions
Resident Assistant
The Meadows at Shannondell
Audubon, PA
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Personal care, ROM, ambulation, oversaw & managed care for ~15 clients, assist RN
Home Care Assistant
Daryl Hall
Coventry, PA
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Hoyer lift & transfer board use, personal hygiene, scheduling apt, housekeeping
Homemaker
Columbia Cottage
Collegeville, PA
03.2015 - 08.2018
- ADLs, eating assistance, toileting, repositioning, transfers, gait belts, dining service
Education
Associates Degree of Nursing -
Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA12-2021
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Critical Care nursing
- Infection control measures
- Patient-centered care
- Mentoring staff and student nurses
- Staff supervision and delegation
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient clinical monitoring
- Building professional connections
- Collaborative team member
- Patient and family education, counseling and advocacy
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN)
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale International (NIHSSI)
- Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention
- Institute of Healthcare Improvement (HIH) certifications
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Division
Phoenixville Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS Pharmacy
01.2020 - 03.2022
Resident Assistant
The Meadows at Shannondell
08.2019 - 10.2020
Home Care Assistant
Daryl Hall
08.2018 - 08.2019
Homemaker
Columbia Cottage
03.2015 - 08.2018
Associates Degree of Nursing -
Montgomery County Community College