Morgan Simental
North Little Rock
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Skilled in fostering teamwork and achieving excellent patient outcomes. Recognized for reliability and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering efficient and compassionate care. Proficient in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Case Manager
UAMS Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2025
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting interventions based on symptoms and feedback for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, ensuring continuity of care across all healthcare settings.
- Provided education and support to patients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their healthcare needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing comprehensive assessments and developing tailored care plans.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Streamlined care coordination processes to reduce hospital readmissions and emergency department visits.
- Authored initial assessments of patients and family to develop plans for individual home care needs.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary team communication through regular case conferences, promoting effective collaboration for optimal patient care.
- Responded promptly and professionally to patient questions and concerns.
- Authored clinical notes and updates to be reviewed by patient's primary physician.
- Conducted regular re-evaluations to address changes in needs and conditions, introducing revisions to care plans.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient encounters, supporting accurate billing practices and data-driven decision making.
- Utilization Management with InterQual
- Meditech and EPIC experience
Registered Nurse Case Manager
HCA Lake Monroe Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Implemented concurrent/retrospective utilization review using Interqual criteria to guarantee appropriate level of care is maintained from admission to discharge
- Managed complex case management cases that included involvement with the DOJ, DCF, and welfare checks.
- Management of trauma patients. SBIRT assessments, ETOH/Substance abuse referrals.
- Responsibilities included case management emulations/discharge planning
- Experience in managing 60+ patient case load.
- Certifications: BLS, PALS, ACLS, Mandatory Reporter and Telemetry
- Coordinated patient care plans, ensuring alignment with treatment goals and provider recommendations.
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations, enhancing individual care strategies.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Oviedo Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Emergency Room Registered Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: IVs, Medication Administrations, Triage, Wounds, Fractures, Medical ER Holdings, EKGs, Minor Traumas, MVAs, Baker Acts, Marchman Acts, ETOH, Drug Overdose, End of Life
- INVOLVED IN: Patient Bed Placement in Emergency Department, Nurses Emergency Council in the Department discussing patient safety and department flow
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on severity and urgency.
- Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders, ensuring adherence to protocols.
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kern Medical – Trauma II/Teaching
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Emergency Room Registered Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: IVs, Medication Administrations, Triage, Wounds, Fractures, Medical ER Holdings, EKGs, Minor Traumas, MVAs, SW-Minor, Burns, ETOH, 5150s
Registered Nurse
Ottumwa Regional Health Center- URGENT CARE
- Registered Nurse- Urgent Care
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Triage, Lab Draws, UAs, Asthma Care, Pediatrics, Influenza, Strep, COPD Care, Wounds, Poison Ivy, Transfer Care to Hospital
ICU Registered Nurse
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
08.2017 - 02.2018
- ICU Registered Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Drips, Arterial lines, overdoses of various substances, ETOH
Registered Nurse
ChildServe
11.2017 - 02.2018
- Registered Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Ventilators, tracheostomies, DHS cases, burns, sexual assaults, Shaken Baby, TBI, Spinal Cord Injuries, Congenital defects, and respite.
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Staffing Network
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Travel Registered Nurse for various shifts and facilities.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
PSA Home Health Services
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Registered Nurse Clinical Care Manager for 26 Pediatric Patients
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Synagis Vaccine Administration (First Dose), Port Access, Trach Care, Supervision of CNAs/LPNs/RNs, Communication with MDs, Orders, and all skills listed under previous time employed with the company.
- Diagnosis of Children INCLUDE: ASD/VSD, Cerebral Palsy, Failure to Thrive, Aicardi, Epilepsy, Dravet Syndrome, and many more.
- Educated patients and families on health management, fostering understanding of treatment protocols.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to streamline communication and improve service delivery.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to maintain accurate documentation and facilitate data sharing.
- Developed community resources and support networks to enhance patient access to services.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced workflow efficiency within case management processes.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate resource utilization for complex cases.
Registered Nurse
Davita-Village Health
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Management of Patient Education, Medications, Treatments, and Labs.
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Management of Patient Education, Medications, Treatments, and Labs.
Registered Nurse
St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Med/Surg Registered Nurse and Pediatric Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: PCAs, GI Bleeds, ETOH Detox/Withdrawal, Restraints, Heparin Drips, Blood Administration, CBIs, and taking up to 6 adult patients or adult and pediatric patients at the same time.
- PEDIATRIC SKILLS INCLUDE: IV starts, High Flow O2, RSV management, Asthma, PNA, Bronchiolitis, DM, MRSA, Fractures, Trauma, Child Abuse cases, Teenage Pregnancy, ALTE Cases (Newborns), Hyperbilirubinemia, and Meth/Substance Withdrawal.
Registered Nurse
PSA Home Health Agency
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Pediatric Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: G-Tube Changes and Feedings, Oxygen Administration, Nebulizer Administration, Medication Administration, Wound Care, and Treatments.
- Diagnosis of Children INCLUDE: Cerebral Palsy, Failure to Thrive, Asthma, Abdominal Surgeries, Epilepsy, and Defects.
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Skyline Skilled Nursing Facility
09.2015 - 11.2015
- Skilled Nursing Facility Registered Nurse
- SKILLS INCLUDE: Medication Administration to 26 patients, PICC dressing changes, PICC/LINE Draws, IV’s, Wound Care, and assessments for skilled patients (roughly 13-15 per patients per shift)
Registered Nurse
Park View Medical Center
02.2015 - 04.2015
- Registered Nurse on Orthopedic Floor.
- SKILLS INCLUDE: PCAs, Epidurals, Knee Surgeries, Hip Surgeries, Shoulder Surgeries, and CPMs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College School of Nursing
Aurora, CO12-2014
Skills
- Documentation expertise
- Health education support
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
- Detailed patient analysis
- Healthcare advocacy
- Compassion and empathy
- Care coordination
- Case evaluation
- Discharge planning
- EMR / EHR
Timeline
Registered Nurse Case Manager
UAMS Medical Center
05.2023 - 06.2025
Registered Nurse Case Manager
HCA Lake Monroe Hospital
06.2022 - 02.2023
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Oviedo Medical Center
05.2021 - 06.2022
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Kern Medical – Trauma II/Teaching
12.2019 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
ChildServe
11.2017 - 02.2018
ICU Registered Nurse
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
08.2017 - 02.2018
Travel Registered Nurse
Medical Staffing Network
01.2017 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse Case Manager
PSA Home Health Services
08.2016 - 04.2017
Registered Nurse
St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center
01.2016 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse
Brookdale Skyline Skilled Nursing Facility
09.2015 - 11.2015
Registered Nurse
PSA Home Health Agency
08.2015 - 12.2015
Registered Nurse
Davita-Village Health
06.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse
Park View Medical Center
02.2015 - 04.2015
Registered Nurse
Ottumwa Regional Health Center- URGENT CARE
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Platt College School of Nursing
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